SummerSuttles
SummerSuttles SummerSuttles
  • 13-09-2018
  • Mathematics
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when x is decreased by 28, the result is -5. Find x and please write the equation as well

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r3t40
r3t40 r3t40
  • 13-09-2018
Hi,

Work:

Equation;

[tex]x - 28 = - 5[/tex]

Move constant -28 to the right side and change its sign.

[tex]x = - 5 + 28[/tex]

Calculate the sum

[tex]x = 23[/tex]


Hope this helps.
r3t40
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luludragonhart2
luludragonhart2 luludragonhart2
  • 13-09-2018

x-28=-5

+28 on both sides

x=23

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