To solve this equation, we will simplify both sides of the equation and see if they are equal.
First, let's simplify the left side of the equation:
2(x - 1) + 18 = 2x - 2 + 18 = 2x + 16.
Next, let's simplify the right side of the equation:
6(x + 3) - 4x - 6 = 6x + 18 - 4x - 6 = 2x + 12.
Now, we will compare both sides:
2x + 16 = 2x + 12.
Since the x terms cancel out, we are left with:
16 = 12.
Since we have a contradiction here (16 is not equal to 12), the equation is not true for any value of x. Therefore, the original equation 2(x - 1) + 18 = 6(x + 3) - 4x - 6 does not hold.
is 2(x - 1) + 18 equal to 6( x + 3) - 4x - 6? Use algebra to find your answer. Show your work and explain your answer
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