Question

7x - 2x + 2 = 6x + 14

Answer 1

X= -12

Explanation:

So just combine like terms and isolate the variable

5x+2=6x+14

2=x+14

-12=x

So x is negative twelve

Answer 2

x = -12

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

7x - 2x + 2 = 6x + 14

Step 2: Solve for x

1. Combine like terms: 5x + 2 = 6x + 14
2. Subtract 5x on both sides: 2 = x + 14
3. Subtract 14 on both sides: -12 = x
4. Rewrite: x = -12