Question

Jack chose a number. He multiplied the number by 7 Then he added 85 His answer was 953 What number did Jack choose?

Answer 1

124

Explanation:

Let the number be x

( x × 7 ) + 85 = 953

7x = 953 - 85 = 868

x = 868 ÷ 7 = 124

The number jack chose was 124