In order to solve the equation −3x − 6 = 5, the first step is to

a. add 6 to both sides
b. divide by 5 on both sides
c. subtract 6 from both sides
d. multiply by 5 on both sides

(i believe it is a.)

The unpaid balance on a mastercard charge was $1,056.23. during the month, payments of $300 and $250 were made and charges of $425 and $274.16 were added. if the finance charge is 1.2% per month on the unpaid balance, find the new balance at the end of the month. $1,205.39 $1,218.06 $918.06 $1,768.06