Chapter 8.6, Problem 31SR

To determine

To solve: the given equation.

Answer to Problem 31SR

The solution of the equation is $\begin{array}{l}\\ x=60\end{array}$

Explanation of Solution

Given:

  $-123=x-183$

Calculation:

To solve the equation try to isolate x by removing the constant term using addition or subtraction

  $\begin{array}{l}-123=x-183\\ 0=x-60[Add123onbothsides]\\ 60=x[Add60onbothsides]\\ x=60[\mathrm{int}erchnage]\end{array}$

Conclusion: Therefore the solution of the equation is $\begin{array}{l}\\ x=60\end{array}$