This equation was solved incorrectly. 6x – 2(4x – 6) = 16
6x + 8x – 12 = 16
14x – 12 = 16
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14x = 28
x=2
Which step contains the first error? Explain the error.

The deepest part of the swimming pool is 12 feet deep. the shallowest part of the pool is 3 feet deep. what is the ratio of the deeply of the deepest part of the pool to depth of the shallowest part of a pool?