The difference of five times a number and 4 is 9. Find the number.

Olli K asked Nov 9, 2022

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The difference of five times a number and 4
is 9. Find the number.

Olli K asked Nov 9, 2022

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Answer:

2.6

Explanation:

Make this an equation. 5x-4=9. Add 4 to both sides. 5x=13. Divide both sides by 5. x=2.6. So the number is 2.6.

Sambecker answered Nov 14, 2022

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