Question

A number is multiplied by 6. If 8 is subtracted from the product you get 34.

What is the number?
A-4
B-6
C-7
D-8

Answer 1

Hello!

You can make an equation based on what you know

A number multiplied by 6

x * 6

Subtracted by 8

x * 6 - 8

You get 34

x * 6 - 8 = 34

Now you solve it algebraically

Add 8 to both sides

x * 6 = 42

Divide both sides by 6

x = 7

The answer is C) 7

Hope this helps!