What is the solution to the equation?

8 + 4s – 2s = 16

a. s = –12
b. s = –4
c. s = 4
d. s = 12

I'm confused on this could anyone me and show me what i need to do to solve it.

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What rule describes a dilation with a scale factor of 4 and the center of dilation at the origin?