Question

If 2x + 4 = 14, then x=
A. 5
B. 7
C. 9
D. 18

Answer 1

A

Explanation:

2 times 5= 10+4 = 14

Answer 2

x=5

Explanation:

2x + 4 = 14

Subtract 4 from each side

2x+4-4 = 14-4

2x = 10

Divide each side by 2

2x/2 =10/2

x = 5