Question

1. circle the best answer for x if: 4x - 2 = 14 (a) 3 (b) 4 (c) 12 (d) - 4 (e) 36

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate 4x

Add 2 to both sides of 4x - 2 = 14.
4x=14 + 2=16

Step2: Solve for x

Divide both sides by 4.
x = $\frac{16}{4}$=4

Answer:

(b) 4