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The difference between a number and 5 is -11

User ArcticLord
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Answer:

16

Explanation:

1) Break down the question

We are told that the difference between a number a 5 is minus -11

As it is a minus we have to be careful we are using the correct operation required!

2) Figure out the number

As the difference is -11 we would need add 11 to 5 to get the final number

  • 11 + 5 = 16

3) Check your answer makes sense

It is always best to double check your answer to make sure that your answer is 100% correct!

To do this we just have to work out way backwards.

  • 16 - 11 = 5

As we can see we have to minus 11 from 16 to get to 5 meaning our answer is correct and the number is 16!!!

Hope this helps, have a great day!

User Aranda
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Answer: n=-6

Explanation:

1. Make your equation

n-5=-11

2. Solve for n by adding 5 to both sides

n=-6

User MaksymB
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