Question

Solve for x x + 47 = -23

Answer 1

X = -23 - 47 
x = -70
-70 + 47 = -23

Answer 2

X + 47 = -23;
Subtract -23 and 47. Remember, the opposite of addition is subtraction:
x = -23 - 47
= -70
x = -70
Hope this helps!