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The sum of two numbers is 47. The greater number is 9 more than the smaller number. Which equation can be used to solve for the smaller number?

x + (x + 9) = 47
x − (x + 9) = 47
x(x + 9) = 47
x(x − 9) = 47

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Answer:

x + (x + 9) = 47

Explanation:

This equation can be used to solve for the smaller number.

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