Section: Math

79) If 2(x-14)=22, then x=?

1. 20
2. 25
3. 30
4. 35

Answer 2 is correct. Get rid of the parentheses by multiplying 2 times x and -14. This leaves you with 2x-28=22. Isolate the variable by adding 28 to both sides, leaving 2x=50. Divide both sides by 2 (x=25).