Question

Solve for x x + 47 = -23

Answer 1

x + 47 = -23;
Subtract -23 and 47. Remember, the opposite of addition is subtraction:
x = -23 - 47
= -70
x = -70
Hope this helps!

Answer 2

x = -23 - 47
x = -70
-70 + 47 = -23