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) About Me  (Show Source):
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x%2B9=7%2B8 Start with the given equation.


x%2B9=15 Combine like terms on the right side.


x=15-9 Subtract 9 from both sides.


x=6 Combine like terms on the right side.


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Answer:

So the solution is x=6