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Four times the sum of 5 and some number is 4. What is the number

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Answer:

n = -4

Explanation:

1. the sum of 5 and some number translates to 5 + x.

2. 5 + x is getting multiplied by 4, so the equation will then become 4(5 + n).

3. This entire equation is equal to 4, which we can see where the problem says "is four". In other words, four times the sum of 5 + n is equal to 4. 4(5 + n) = 4

4. Now you can solve the equation. When solved, the answer is n = -4

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