Question

Solve the following equation for x.

18 – 4.x = 10 - 2x

A x = -4
B) x = -1
C) x = 1
D) x =4

Answer 1

D) x = 4

Explanation:

18 - 4x = 10 - 2x

10 - 2x = 18 - 4x

10 - 2x + 4x = 18 - 4x + 4x

10 + 2x = 18

10 - 10 + 2x = 18 - 10

2x = 8

2x ÷ 2 = 8 ÷ 2

x = 4