SOLUTION: How do I solve this problem x+9=7+8

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Question 688913: How do I solve this problem
x+9=7+8

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given equation.


Combine like terms on the right side.


Subtract from both sides.


Combine like terms on the right side.


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Answer:

So the solution is

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