What is the solution of the equation x + 23 = 9

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−14
negative 14

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14

−32

Answer 1

To solve the equation \( x + 23 = 9 \), you need to isolate \( x \).

1. Subtract 23 from both sides:

   \[ x + 23 - 23 = 9 - 23 \]

   This simplifies to:

   \[ x = 9 - 23 \]

2. Calculate the right side:

   \[ 9 - 23 = -14 \]

So, the solution is \( x = -14 \).

The correct response is:

−14