Question

Hey i need help and Use mental math to solve the equation.

x – 16 = 14

A. 30
B. 2
C. –2
D. –30
i think the answer is c

Answer 1

A

Explanation:

add 16 on both sides. and simply

Answer 2

A. 30

Explanation:

This is a common mistake when you often second guess yourself. Since this is an algebra equation, you want to solve for the value of x and x alone since you are going to isolate the variable. The only way to do this equation is to add 16 on both sides to get 30 which is your final answer.