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Writing Linear Equations and...1. Write an equation for the following statement.The sum of a number and five is four less than twelve.Write your answer hereSubmit

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Answer:

The equation for the statement, without simplification is;


x+5=12-4

Step-by-step explanation:

Let x represent the number;

Given;

The sum of a number and five is four less than twelve;

So, we have;


x+5=12-4

Sum means plus.

less than means subtraction/minus.

So, the equation for the statement, without simplification is;


x+5=12-4

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