Respuesta :

x could be equal to -31 or/and 57

Step-by-step explanation:

Break down the problem into these 2 equations.

[tex]x - 13 = 44[/tex]

[tex] - (x - 13) = 44[/tex]

Solve the 1st equation x - 13 = 44

[tex]x = 57[/tex]

Solve the 2nd equation: -(x - 13) = 44

[tex]x = - 31[/tex]

Collect solutions.

x = -31, 57

Hence, The answer is x = -31, 57.