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Can you think of a number where we multiply by 2 then subtract 4 and the result is 40 ​
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Can you think of a number where we multiply by 2 then subtract 4 and the result is 40 ​

User Cedric Cholley
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Answer:

22

Explanation:

22x4=44-4=40

User TJ Asher
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22 is the correct answer!

I solved it backwards:

40 + 4 = 44

44 ÷ 2 = 22

Double-check:

22 x 2 = 44

44 - 4 = 40

Please let me know if I am wrong.

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