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algebra

If x14=28x - 14 = 28, what is the value of xx?

A

42

B

2

C

-14

D

14

Correct Answer: A

Choice Bhoice D is the correct answer. To solve this subtraction equation, we add the same number to both sides.

  1. Start with the equation: x14=28x - 14 = 28
  2. Add 14 to both sides: x=28+14x = 28 + 14
  3. Calculate: x=42x = 42
  4. Verify: 4214=2842 - 14 = 28

This demonstrates that addition is the inverse operation of subtraction.

Choice Bhoice C is incorrect because this confuses the constant term (14) with the solution. The number being subtracted is not the answer we're looking for.

Choice Bhoice A is incorrect because this is the negative of the constant. If you incorrectly think the answer involves changing the sign of 14, you might choose this.

Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because this results from dividing: 2814=2\frac{28}{14} = 2. Division is not relevant when solving this subtraction equation.