Question

How do you solve `k-17=39`?

Answer 1

See the solution process below:

Explanation:

Add `color(red)(17)` to each side of the equation to solve for `k` while keeping the equation balanced:

`k -17 = 39`

`k - 17 + color(red)(17) = 39 + color(red)(17)`

`k - 0 = 56`

`k = 56`