Question

Select the FOUR equations that are equivalent to 2 (x + 3) – 2 = 16.

Answer 1

Any of the steps below could be similar equations.

Explanation:

2(x + 3) - 2 = 16

~Simplify

2x + 6 - 2 = 16

~Combine like terms

2x + 4 = 16

~Subtract 4 to both sides

2x = 12

~Divide 2 to both sides

x = 6

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