Question

How do you solve the equation 6x + 2(x + 7) = 46?

Answer 1

Answer: x = 4

Explanation:

Multiply out the terms in the parentheses:
6x + 2x + 14 = 46

Subtract 12 from both sides:

6x + 2x = 32
Consolidate terms:
8x = 32
Divide both sides by 8:

x = 4