Question

Scott was considering the equation 5 - x = 12. He said, "That seems

impossible. How can I start with 5 and subtract from it and have more than
5 as the difference?" Write a note to Scott explaining what the solution for
x is and why it is possible. *

Answer 1

-7

Explanation:

`5 - x = 12 \\ 5 - 12 = x \\ - 7 = x`

it is possible because x is just a letter representing the unknown nos