Question

X + 12 = -5. solve using subtraction property of equality.

I KNOW THAT THE ANSWER IS x = -17 BUT HOW DO YOU GET IT? please

Answer 1

Explanation:

Here is a simpler way:

subtract 12 from the x side of the equation. do the same to the other side.

Now the equation looks like this x= -17

Answer 2

Since is addition you do the opposite and subtract 12 from 12 and -5 then 12 cancels out and -5-12=-17