Question

Ming drew the model to represent the equation 24+12=_x(8+4). What is the missing value in Ming's equation 3 4 12 24

Answer 1

Answer:

3 is the missing value

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

$24 + 12 = \_ * (8 + 4)$

Required

Complete the blank

The model is not given; but the question can still be solved.

We have:

$24 + 12 = \_ * (8 + 4)$

Add 8 to 4

$24 + 12 = \_ * 12$

Add 24 to 12

$36= \_ * 12$

Divide both sides by 12

$3= \_$

Rewrite as:

$\_ = 3$

Hence, the blank will be completed with 3