Question

5-6. solve each equation below for the indicat
a. solve for x: $2x + 22 = 12$
$2x+22=12$

Explanation:

Step1: Subtract 22 from both sides

$2x + 22 - 22 = 12 - 22$
$2x = -10$

Step2: Divide both sides by 2

$\frac{2x}{2} = \frac{-10}{2}$
$x = -5$

Answer:

$x = -5$