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Algebra / Linear equations in one variable Difficulty: Medium

If 46=16+2(x8)46=16+2x-8, what is the value of 2(x8)2x-8?

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Explanation

Choice C is correct. Subtracting 1616 from both sides of the given equation yields 30=2(x8)30=2(x-8). Therefore, the value of 2(x8)2(x-8) is 3030.

Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice B is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice D is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.