2x^2 = 16
2x^2 - 16 = 0
This is a 'bad' quadratic.. as the x-intercepts are non-recurring decimals.. After using a Graphics calculator, they are found to be 2.828427125 and -2.828427125
So, you will want to use the quadratic formula
x= (-b (+ or -) sqrt.[b^2 -4ac])/2a
a = 2 b=0 c = -16
Hope that helps a bit