What value of x makes the equation 6x – 16 = 44 true?
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Move the constant first: 6x = 44 - (-16) = 60. Then divide by 6: x = 60 ÷ 6 = 10. Always check by substituting the value back into the original equation.
What value of x makes the equation 6x – 16 = 44 true?
Move the constant first: 6x = 44 - (-16) = 60. Then divide by 6: x = 60 ÷ 6 = 10. Always check by substituting the value back into the original equation.