Question

What is 2(x+6)=20 pls I need help

Answer 1

2(x+6)=20
Distributive Property
2×x=2x
2×6=12
2x+12=20
Subtract 12 both sides.
2x=8
Divided them by 2
X=4

Answer 2

2x + 12 = 20
2x = 32
32/2x
X= 16