Question

A number is increased by 3.5, and the result is -4.3. Find the number. -7.8 -1.2 -7.4 -7.1

Answer 1

answer is -7.8

Step-by-step explanation:

Going through and adding 3.5 to each number.

-7.8+3.5=-4.3

-7.1+3.5=-3.6

-1.2+3.5=2.3

-7.4+3.5=-3.9

Answer 2

A number is increased by 3.5, and the result is -4.3.The number is is -7.8

Step-by-step explanation:

Given the number is increased by 3.5

Let the number be x

x value adding to 3.5 the result will be -4.3

According to question,

x + 3.5 = -4.3

x = -4.3 – 3.5

x = -7.8

Therefore, the actual number is -7.8