How would you write a real-world problem that models the following equation: —* + 40 = x? (1 point)

• The amount of money a stock lost in the stock market was $40 more than it gained.
• Marsha is below sea level. To get as far above sea level as she is below, she would have to move to a location 40 feet higher.
• The number of days that the temperature has been below zero is 40 fewer than the number of days the temperature has been above zero.
• If Alex gained as much money as she lost, she would have 40 dollars.

1 answer

If Alex lost some money in the stock market and then gained 40 dollars, the total amount of money she now has is represented by the equation: —* + 40 = x.