Directions: Solve each equation. Then check your solution.

Directions: Define a variable, write an equation, and solve each problem. Then check your solution.

19. A number decreased by 14 is −46. Find the number.

20. Thirteen subtracted from a number is −5. Find the number.

21. A number increased by −56 is −82, Find the number,

22. The sum of a number and 67 is −34. Find the number.