Solve below question 2x + 1 = -23  Pick.
A) -8
B) -9
C) -12
D) -4
E) 12
1. Subtract 1 from both sides: 2x + 1 - 1 = -23 - 1 2. Simplify both sides: 2x = -24 3. Divide both sides by 2: 4. Simplify both sides: x = -12 -12
<result>C</result>
Solve below question 2x + 1 = -23