Question

A number decreased by 23 is 44. Find the number.

Which equation can be used to solve this problem?
A) x - 23 = 44
B) 23 - x = 44
C) x - 44 = 23
D) 44 - x = 23

Answer 1

Answer: x - 23 = 44

Step-by-step explanation: In the equation x - 23 = 44, x represents the original number.

Answer 2

A) can.
because the number (x) has been decreased by 23 and is now 44.

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