Question

If nine times a certain number is subtracted from 7 the result is 52. Find the number.

Answer 1

Answer: Number is -5

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the number be x

7-9x = 52

-9x = 52-7

x = - 45/9 = - 5

Answer 2

Answer:

Let the number to find be x

7 - 9x = 52

-9x = 52-7

- 9x = -45

Divide by - 9

x = 5

The number is 5

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