Solve the equation 5−x=25. What is the value of x?

Solve the equation 5−x=25. What is the value of x?

Explanation

Given:  

5 - x = 25


Step 1: Subtract 5 from both sides  

-x = 25 - 5  

-x = 20


Step 2: Multiply both sides by -1  

x = -20