Solve below question 2x + 1 = -17
Choose the correct answer:	A) -8	B) -9	C) -5	D) -4	E) 1
1. Subtract 1 from both sides:   2x + 1 - 1 = -17 - 1   2. Simplify both sides:   2x = -18   3. Divide both sides by 2:   4. Simplify both sides:   x = -9   -9
<result>B</result>
Solve below question 2x + 1 = -17