Tip: Go step-by-step
Let the number = x
Eight times the difference between a number and seven.. = 8(x-7)
is the same as... =
the number increased by 4.. x+4
8(x-7)=x+4
Distribute
8x-56=x+4
Subtract x from both sides
7x-56=4
Add 56 to both sides
7x=60
x=60/7
Answer:
31/40
Step-by-step explanation:
13/40 + 18/40
36 baskets.
Multiply 60 by 3/5.
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