Question

Given the equation 2x + 4 = 4x - 2, select the reasoning that correctly solves for x.

1) Add 2, subtract 2x, then divide by 2.

2) Add 2, subtract 4x, then divide by -2.

3) Subtract 4, subtract 2x, then divide by-2.

04) Subtract 4, subtract 4x, then divide by 2.

Answer 1

option A.

Explanation:

2x + 2 + 4 = 4x - 2 + 2

2x - 2x + 6 = 4x - 2x

3 = x OR x = 3

Answer 2

04) Subtract 4, subtract 4x, then divide by 2.