Question

Are the equations 2x+14=8

Answer 1

x = -3

1. 2x+14=8

Subtract 14 from both sides

2. 2x+14-14 = 8-14

Simplify

3. 2x = -6

Divide both sides by 2

4. 2x/2 = -6/2

Simplify

5. x = -3

Answer 2

2x+14=8

2x=8-14

2x=-6

x=-6÷2

x=-3