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Question 294595: I'm having trouble understanding Algebra.
What would be the answer to the problem: x + 16 = 30
Thank you!

Answer by helpnalgebra(91)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x+16=30
Since 16 does not contain the variable to solve for, move it to the right-hand side of the equation by subtracting 16 from both sides.
x=-16+30
Add 30 to -16 to get 14.
x=14 answer

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