Question

24 less than 4 times a number is 60. what is the number?

Answer 1

Hey there! :D

Make an algebraic expression. 

Let the 'number' equal x. 

4x-24= 60

Add 24 on both sides. 

4x= 84

Divide both sides by 4. 

x=21

The number is 21. 

I hope this helps!
~kaikers