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X + 56 = 70

what does "x" equal?

explain please :)

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x+56=70

"x" is a missing variable. That plus 56 will equal 70.

x is being added to 56. So, to find x, you subtract 56 on both sides.

x+56(-56)= 70(-56)

x=14

We can check this by making sure 14+56=70

14+56=70 <--- this is true

70=70

I hope this helps!
~kaikers
User Kaspars Milbergs
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Hey there!

70 - 56 = 14

x = 14

Hope this helps
Have a great day (:
User Andrew Winter
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