What is the solution of the equation x plus twenty four equal negative seventeen a. seven b. forty one c. negative seven d .negative forty one

Answer 1

To solve the equation \( x + 24 = -17 \), we first isolate \( x \) by subtracting 24 from both sides:

\[ x + 24 - 24 = -17 - 24 \]

Simplifying gives:

\[ x = -41 \]

So, the solution to the equation is \( x = -41 \).

Among the options provided: a. seven b. forty one c. negative seven d. negative forty one

The correct answer is d. negative forty one.