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Write the word sentence as an equation. Then solve the equation.

9 is the difference of a number n and 7.
An equation that represents this word sentence is
The solution is n =

Write the word sentence as an equation. Then solve the equation. 9 is the difference-example-1
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Answer:

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Explanation:

9 is the difference of a number n and 7.

Let's break this down.

"is" represents the equal sign.

"the difference" represents subtraction.

9 = n - 7

Now let's solve the equation.

9 = n - 7

Add 7 to both sides.

16 = n

Hope this helps!

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