Solve for x: 5x − 4 = 2x + 14
Correct answer: D. 6
Collect the x terms on one side: 5x − 2x = 14 + 4, so 3x = 18 and x = 6. Check: 5(6) − 4 = 26 and 2(6) + 14 = 26. Moving a term to the other side changes its sign.
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Answer and explanation
The correct answer is D. 6
Collect the x terms on one side: 5x − 2x = 14 + 4, so 3x = 18 and x = 6. Check: 5(6) − 4 = 26 and 2(6) + 14 = 26. Moving a term to the other side changes its sign.
Topic: Algebra and Equations MCQs · Subject: Numerical Ability