Question 2 (7 points of) Let x represent the number. Use the given conditions to write an equation. Solve the equation and find the number. number increased by 285 is equal to 466 . Find the number.-751 751 181-181

Solution

Q u es t i o n 2 (7 p o in t s) L e t x re p rese n t t h e n u mb er . U se t h e g i v e n co n d i t i o n s t o w r i t e an e q u a t i o n . S o l v e t h e e q u a t i o n an d f in d t h e n u mb er . n u mb er in cre a se d b y 285 i s e q u a l t o 466 . F in d t h e n u mb er . - 751751181 - 181

The number : 181

Solution steps

Represent the number with

x

A.T.Q.:

x + 285 = 466

Solve for

x, x + 285 = 466 : x = 181

The number : 181