Question

If 6 times a certain number is added to 8, the result is 32.

Which of the following equations could be used to solve the problem?

a. 6 x + 8 = 32
b. 6 x = 32
c. 6 x = 8 + 32
d. 6( x + 8) = 32

Answer 1

a) 6x + 8 = 32

Explanation:

Forming algebraic equation:

Let the number be 'x'.

6 times x = 6 * x = 6x

6x is added to 8: 6x + 8

6x + 8 = 32