8 was multiplied by a particular number. this product was then added to 12, then divided by 4. the resulting quotient was -25. give the initial number. please show work and answer.

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Matt Butlar asked Apr 1, 2023

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8 was multiplied by a particular number. this product was then added to 12, then divided by 4. the resulting quotient was -25. give the initial number.

please show work and answer.

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8 × -14 = -112 +12 = -100 ÷4 = -25

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