Question

The difference between a number x and 17 is 21.

Answer 1

x = 38

Explanation:

The difference between a number x and 17 = x-17

which is equal to 21

so,

x-17=21

add 17 on both sides

⇒x=21+17

∴x = 38

Answer 2

Answer:38

Step-by-step explanation:sure answer:

X-17=21

X=21+17(when we transpose -ve becomes positive)

X=38