Question

The sum of 18 and a number, x, equals negative 40. Part A Which equation represents this situation? x-18=-40. x-18-40 18+x=-40. 18 + x = 40​

Answer 1

18+x = -40

Explanation:

The sum of 18 and a number x is translated to "18+x"
Equals means "="
Negative forty is "-40"
Put them all in order and you get 18+x = -40