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 of the equation and then divide by 2. The solution is x = 7.

Add 6 to both sides of the equation and then divide by 2. The solution is x = 14.

Add 6 to both sides of the equation and then divide by 22. The solution is x = -14.

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 of the equation and then divide by 2. The solution is x = 7.

Add 6 to both sides of the equation and then divide by 2. The solution is x = 14.

Add 6 to both sides of the equation and then divide by 22. The solution is x = -14.

tester97 · Answer

I think it is C

aum · Answer

To solve 2x - 6 = 22 the first step is to isolate x.
How to get rid of the 6 on the left hand side?

tester97 · Answer

$$2x-6=22$$ Add 6 on both sides.
$$2x=28$$Divide by 2 on both sides
$$x=14$$