rikki150
rikki150 rikki150
  • 02-11-2020
  • Mathematics
contestada

1. A number subtracted from 8 is the same as the sum of 3 times a number and 4. What is
the number?

Respuesta :

majitohunt
majitohunt majitohunt
  • 04-11-2020

Answer:

Number = -1

Step-by-step explanation:

8 - x = 3(x + 4)

8 - x = 3x + 12 ( /+x / -12 on both sides)

8 - 12 - x + x =  3x + x + 12 - 12

-4 = 4x (/ divide by 4)

-4/4 = 4x/4

-1 = x

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

Express with an exponent and the given base: 64, base 8
how many states make up the United States of America
Find the domain and range for the absolute value function f(x)=| x+2 |-3
what is the primary purpose for the receptor proteins located within the cell
Which of the following would most likely be considered a primary source document? A. a collection of raw data from an important research study B. a story in the
Coley bought 10 books which cost $2m each. If she gave the cashier a fifty dollar bill, how much change would she receive? Possible answers: A) 20m B) 30m C) 5
Write a few sentences in which you summarize the basic concepts of socialism. Then, write whether you think a socialist system can succeed in today’s world.
The function of a specific enzyme is most directly influenced by its (1) molecular size (3) carrying capacity (2) physical shape (4) stored energy
A sample of food containing one type of a large molecule was treated with a specific digestive enzyme. Nutrient tests performed on the resulting products sho
A student constructed a series circuit consisting of a 12.0-volt battery, a 10.0-ohm lamp, and a resistor. The circuit does not contain a voltmeter or an ammete