Question

What is the solution of the following one-step equation?
X-8 = 15

Answer 1

X = 15 + 8
Therefore the value of x is 23

Answer 2

Answer: x=23

Explanation:

X-8=15. Add 8 to both sides. The 8 cancels on the left side because -8 +8 is 0 leaving x. 15+8=23 meaning x=23.