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Write an equation to represent the following statement.

The sum of j and 47 is 55.
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Then Solve for j.
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User BonCodigo
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The equation would be j+47=55

You have to do 55-47=j

Your answer would be 8
User Yamashiro Rion
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Answer: j+47=55

Subtract 47 from both sides.

j= 8

Explanation:

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