To solve this problem, we need to determine the value of x, which represents the year Ariel was born.
We know that Ariel began fencing in 2006 and has been fencing for 16 years.
We also know that she is currently 30 years old.
We can set up the equation as follows:
Year Ariel began fencing + Number of years she has been fencing = Current year
2006 + 16 = 30
Let's simplify and solve for x:
2022 = 30 + x
To isolate x, we subtract 30 from both sides of the equation:
2022 - 30 = 30 + x - 30
1992 = x
The value of x is 1992.
#### 1992
The answer is: 1992
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### Problem:
Ariel began fencing in 2006. If she was born in x and has been fencing for 16 years, She is now 30 years old.

### Answer:
