q + 206 = -287

q = ?

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To solve for \( q \) in the equation \( q + 206 = -287 \), you can subtract 206 from both sides:

\[ q = -287 - 206 \]

Now, calculate the right side:

\[ -287 - 206 = -493 \]

So,

\[ q = -493 \]