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If you decrease a number by 4, the result is -5. Find the number.
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If you decrease a number by 4, the result is -5. Find the number.

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Answer:

-1

Explanation:

-5 plus 4 gets you -1

User Dave Nottage
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Answer:

-1

Explanation:

x-4=-5

add 4 on each side

x=-1

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