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When six times a number is decreased by 8, the result is 10. The number is​
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When six times a number is decreased by 8, the result is 10. The number is​

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The number is 3.

Start by finding an equation.
6x - 8 = 10

Add 8 to both sides of the equation.
6x = 18

Divide both sides of the equation by 6.
x = 3
User Invin
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Answer:

3

Explanation:

6 x 3 = 18 - 8 = 10

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