Question

The quotient of a number and -4, less 8 is negative 42. what is the number?

Answer 1

136.

Explanation:

x/-4 - 8 = -42

x/-4 = -42 + 8 = -34

x/-4 = -34

x = -34 *-4

= 136

Answer 2

136

Explanation:

(x/-4)-8=-42

Add 8 to both sides

(x/-4)= -34

Multiply both sides by -4

x=136