Question

Which of the following describes the correct process for solving the equation 2x + 6 = 22 and arrives at the correct solution?

Divide both sides by 6 and then add 2. The solution is x = 8.

Subtract 6 from both sides and then divide by 2. The solution is x = 8.

Add 6 to both sides of the equation and then divide by 2. The solution is x = 6.

Subtract 6 from both sides of the equation and then divide by 22. The solution is x = 16.

Answer 1

The second one is correct, because if you subtract 6 from both sides, then divide by 2, you arrive at 8.