Question

an equation is shown 2(x + 4) = 14 what is the solution to the equation?

Explanation:

Step1: Divide both sides by 2

$\frac{2(x+4)}{2} = \frac{14}{2}$
$x+4 = 7$

Step2: Subtract 4 from both sides

$x+4-4 = 7-4$

Answer:

$x=3$