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  • 10-06-2015
  • Mathematics
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When 12 is added to a number the result is 32 less than 3 times the number.

What is the number?

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Annette15
Annette15 Annette15
  • 10-06-2015


Let the number = x

12 + x = 3x - 32

x = 3x - 44 Subtract 12 from both sides

-2x = -44 Subtract 3x from both sides

x = 22 Divide by -2

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nutella12345
nutella12345 nutella12345
  • 11-06-2015
x=22 
Because 12 +22=34 then use the amth to do minus 32 less than 3 times tghe number
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