Question

Eight less than x equals negative two.

a. Write an equation for the sentence.
b. Solve the equation. Show all work.

Answer 1

x-8=-2

Explanation:

x-8=-2

+8 +8

x=6

Answer 2

a. x - 8 = -2

b. x = 6

Explanation:

x - 8 = -2

x = 8 - 2

x = 6