Question

Which of the following shows the correct solution steps and solution to 4x+9=-23

Answer 1

Explanation:

4x + 9 = -23

4x = -23 - 9

4x = -32

x = -32/4

x = -8

Answer 2

The answer is:

x = -8

Work/explanation:

Our equation is:

`\sf{4x+9=-23}`

Start by subtracting 9 from each side:

`\sf{4x=-23-9}`

`\sf{4x=-32}`

Divide each side by 4:

`\sf{x=-8}`

∴ x = -8