SOLUTION: Solve the equation. 2-x=1/16

Question 627150: Solve the equation.
2-x=1/16
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given equation.

Multiply both sides by 16.

Distribute

Multiply

Subtract 32 from both sides.

Combine like terms.

Divide both sides by -16 to isolate x.

Reduce

So the solution is

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