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6 less than six times a number is 42 what is the number​

User Stan Mots
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Answer: -6

Explanation:

We can create an equation based on the info given.

6-6x=42 Now you solve for x, the unknown number.

-6 -6 Subtract 6 on both sides

-6x=36

/-6 /-6 Divide by -6 on both sides

x=-6

The number is -6.

User Sharafjaffri
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Answer:

x = 8

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Equality Properties

  • Multiplication Property of Equality
  • Division Property of Equality
  • Addition Property of Equality
  • Subtraction Property of Equality

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

6x - 6 = 42

Step 2: Solve for x

  1. [Addition Property of Equality] Add 6 on both sides: 6x = 48
  2. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 6 on both sides: x = 8
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