Question

13 is subtracted from the product of 4 and a certain number. the result is equal to the sum of 5 and the original number. find the number.

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Answer 1

x=6

Explanation:

13 is subtracted from the product of 4 and a certain number

4x-13=x+5. Add 13 to both sides

4x=x+18. Subtract x

3x-18. Divide by 3

x=6