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The difference between eight times a number and 12 is 36.

Solution

T h e d i ff ere n ce b e tw ee n e i g h t t im es a n u mb er an d 12 i s 36.

Solution

The number : 6

Solution steps

Represent the number with

x

A.T.Q.:

8 x - 12 = 36

Solve for

x, 8 x - 12 = 36 : x = 6

The number : 6

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