What steps need to be completed to solve the equation 4x – 10 = 6?

Question

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Answer 1

Hi Lexis,

Thank you for your honesty.  Since this is for a test, I will only give you two hints...

 

How do you 'undo' subtracting 10?

How will you 'undo' multiplying by 4?

 

When you determine the value of 'x', put that number into the original equation to check your answer.  Good luck.

Mary Ann

Answer 2

4x -10 =6

      +10  +10

=   4x=16

      Divide both sides by 4

=   x=4