One number is six times as large as a certain smaller number. Let x represent the smaller number. Write the number that is 20 more than the smaller number.

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asked May 17, 2021 163k views

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Pavon · Answer 1 · 2021-05-18T05:31:09+0000

Answer:

24

Explanation:

6x = x + 20

Subtract x from both sides

5x = 20

Divide by 5 on both sides

x = 4

Confirm

4 times 6 equals 24, and 4 + 20 is 24 as well.