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Write and solve a equation that represents the following:
A number decreased by 12 is 24.

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Answer:

36 = n; −12 + n = 24

Explanation:

You could also write the equation like this to solve it:


n - 12 = 24 \\ \\ 36 = n

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User Dsnunez
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Answer:

x-12=24, x=36

Explanation:

letter X subtract 12 is 24. Add 12 to both sides, and x=36.

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