To solve the equation \( x + 23 = 9 \), you need to isolate \( x \).
- Subtract 23 from both sides of the equation: \[ x + 23 - 23 = 9 - 23 \] This simplifies to: \[ x = 9 - 23 \] \[ x = -14 \]
Thus, the solution to the equation is \( -14 \).
What is the solution of the equation x + 23 = 9
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−32
negative 32
−14
negative 14
14
14
32
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