Question

I need help solving this equation does anybody know what x is? 5+x+(-2)=-8

Answer 1

x=-11

Explanation:

5+x+(-2)=-8

x+(-2)=-13

x=-11

Answer 2

Answer: x=5

Explanation:

5+x+(−2)=−8

Simplify

5 + x - 2 = -8

x + 3 = -8

Subtract 3 to both sides

x + 3 - 3 = -8 +3

Simplify

x = -5