The sum of a number times 7 and 24 is at most -18. Use the variable x for the unknown number.

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JohnL asked Jan 14, 2022

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The sum of a number times 7 and 24 is at most -18. Use the variable x for the unknown number.

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Answer:

Explanation:

10n + 27 >= -18

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Answer:

unknown number=-6

Explanation:

Let x be the unknown number.

7x+24=-18

7x=-18-24

=-42

x=-42÷7

=-6

Hence, unknown number=-6.

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