Question

Sasha solved an equation, as shown below:

Step 1: 8x = 56
Step 2: x = 56 − 8
Step 3: x = 48

Part A: Is Sasha's solution correct or incorrect? If the solution is incorrect, explain why it is incorrect and show the correct steps to solve the equation. (6 points)

Part B: How many solutions does this equation have? (4 points)

Answer 1

step 1 : 8x=56

step 2 : x=56÷8

step 3 : x=7