Q. Solve the equation. Be sure to check your solution.−50=x−62
Identify Equation: Identify the equation to solve.The equation given is −50=x−62.
Isolate Variable: Isolate the variable x on one side of the equation.To do this, add 62 to both sides of the equation to get x by itself.−50+62=x−62+62
Perform Addition: Perform the addition on both sides of the equation.−50+62=x12=x
Check Solution: Check the solution by substituting x back into the original equation.−50=12−62−50=−50The solution checks out.
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