Question

17 + x =31
i need help

Answer 1

The answer is 14.

To solve this, only one step is required, which is : Subtract 17 from each side.

• 17 + x - 17 = 31 - 17
• x = 14

Answer 2

x= 14

Explanation:

First (and only) we subtract 17 from both sides :

17 + x - 17 = 31 - 17

x = 31 - 17

x = 14

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