Question

Select the statement that is true for solving the equation x - 6 = 18(1 point)
Responses

Add 6 to both sides of the equal sign. x = 24.
Add 6 to both sides of the equal sign. x = 24.

Subtract 6 from both sides of the equal sign. x = 24.
Subtract 6 from both sides of the equal sign. x = 24.

Add 6 to both sides of the equal sign. x = 12.
Add 6 to both sides of the equal sign. x = 12.

Subtract 6 from both sides of the equal sign. x = 12.
Subtract 6 from both sides of the equal sign. x = 12.

Answer 1

To solve the equation \(x - 6 = 18\), you should add 6 to both sides of the equation. Here’s how it works step-by-step:

1. Start with the equation:
\[
x - 6 = 18
\]

2. Add 6 to both sides:
\[
x - 6 + 6 = 18 + 6
\]

3. This simplifies to:
\[
x = 24
\]

Thus, the true statement among the options is:

**Add 6 to both sides of the equal sign. x = 24.**