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What is the STEP to solve the equation for x: 100 = 125 + x

User Glocore
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Answer: -25

Explanation:

100= 125 + x First you have to subtract 125 on both sides so 125-125 and 100-125 and you will get -25=x

User Andres Riofrio
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Answer:


\boxed {x = -25}

Explanation:

Solve for the value of
x:


100 = 125 + x

-Switch sides:


100 = 125 + x


125 + x = 100

-Subtract
125 on both sides:


125 - 125 + x = 100 - 125


\boxed {x = -25}

So, the value of
x is
-25.

User Paulyphonic
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