The difference between a number and 17 is 96. Find the number

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Answer:

The number is 79

Explanation:

Let the number be 'x'

x + 17 = 96

Subtract 17 from both sides,

x + 17 -17 = 96 - 17

Johngeek answered Aug 7, 2023

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