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Solve for x. 6x + 2 = 14 A. x = 1 B. x = 2 C. x = 2 D. x = 12

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Here is your equation:


6x+2=14

To leave the variable 6x by itself, you need to remove everything with it. With the variable is +2. To remove it, you have to do the opposite, which is -2. Subtract 2 from both sides.


6x+2=14 \\ 6x+2-2 = 14-2 \\ 6x=12

The variable is now 6x. You need to find x alone. To do that, divide both sides by 6.


6x / 6 = 12 / 6 \\ x = 2

That means your answer is B. x = 2 or C. because the choices are the same.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comments! :)

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