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The quotient of a number and -3 decreased by 1 is 7.
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The quotient of a number and
-3 decreased
by 1 is 7.

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Answer: x = -24

Explanation:

Let's set up the phrase: x/-3 - 1 = 7 = (now solve for x)

x/-3 = 8 =

x = 8(-3)

x = -24

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