Question

Solve the literal equation for the variable X.

6x + 2y = a

Answer 1

6x + 2y = a
6x = a - 2y
x = (a - 2y)/6

Answer 2

6x + 2y = a

Subtract  2y  from each side:        6x  =  a - 2y

Divide each side by  6 :                  x  =  (a - 2y) / 6