Algebra practice question

Answer: A. x > 8

Multiply both sides by 2: x > 8.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. x > 2

Divides instead of multiplying.

C. x < 8

Multiplying by a positive number does not reverse the sign.

D. x > 6

Adds 2 instead of multiplying.

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