Justify the first step akeem took in solving the equation below.
4(2x + 5) = –4
8x + 20 = –4
a.
akeem multipled both sides by 4.
b.
akeem used the distributive property to eliminate the parentheses.
c.
akeem subtracted 5 from both sides.
d.
akeem added 4 to both sides.

Afarmer has decided to divide his land area in half in order to plant soy and corn. calculate the area of the entire area so he knows how much soil is needed. each bag of soil covers 20 square yards. how many bags should the farmer purchase? (4 points) 1 bag 2 bags 3 bags 4 bags