Question

Hailey solves the equation shown.
1/4(2 – x) = 5+ 3x
In which step does Hailey make her first error?
Step 1: 1/2 - x = 5+ 3x
Step 2: 1/2 = 5 + 4x
Step 3: – 9/2 = 4x
Step 4: -9/8=x

Answer 1

Step one, didn't apply the 1/4 to x.