Let X Represent the Number $4 x + 6 = 2 x - 10 ; 8$

question 172

Multiple Choice

Let x represent the number. Use the given conditions to write an equation. Solve the equation and find the number.
-The sum of four times a number and 6 is equal to the difference of twice the number and 10. Find the number.

• A) \(4 x + 6 = 2 x - 10 ; 8\)
• B) \(4 x + 6 = 2 x - 10 ; - 8\)
• C) \(4 ( x + 6 ) = 2 x - 10 ; - 17\)
• D) \(4 x + 6 = 2 x + 10 ; 2\)

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