Question

Write and solve the equation and then check your answer. A number increased by twenty-six is forty-two. Which statements are correct? Check all that apply. This is an addition problem. This is a subtraction problem The correct equation is s + 26 = 42. The correct equation is s – 26 = 42. To solve the equation, add 26 to both sides. To solve the equation, subtract 26 from both sides.

Answer 1

equation= s+26=42

to solve,subtract 26 from both sides

Explanation:

lets say the number is S

to increase is to add

S+26=42

solution

S+26(-26)=42-26

S=16

Answer 2

• A: This is an addition problem.

• C: The correct equation is s + 26 = 42.

• F: To solve the equation, subtract 26 from both sides.

Explanation: Correct on Edg 2020.