Question

Consider the equation shown.

x – 3 = 2x + 14
What is the solution to the equation?

A. -17
B. -11
C. 11
D. 17

Answer 1

D

Explanation:

we collect like terms to remain with

x-2x =14+3

-x =17

divide both sides by -1 to remain with

X = 17

Answer 2

A

Explanation:

Given

x - 3 = 2x + 14 ( subtract x from both sides )

- 3 = x + 14 ( subtract 14 from both sides )

- 17 = x → A