Question

1. What is the value of x in this equation? 5x – 2(2x - 1) = 6 *

A.3
B.4
C.7
D.8

Answer 1

Answer B. 4

Explanation:

Equations

Solve the equation:

5x - 2( 2x - 1 ) = 6

Operate the parentheses:

5x - 4x + 2 = 6

Collect like terms:

x + 2 = 6

Subtract 2:

x = 6 - 2

x = 4

The value of x is 4

Answer B. 4