Question

Fill in the blanks with numbers of your choice so that the equation has the given solution. Each blank may be replaced by a different number.

x+​____=2x​-____ ​, solution is 16

Answer 1

Explanation:

x + a = 2x - b

a = x - b

x = a + b

the predefined solution is 16, so

16 = a + b

so, any combination is possible.

like

10 and 6

8 and 8

2 and 14

...

pick what you like, as long as the sum of both numbers is 16.