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  • 25-09-2016
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eight less than the sum of a number and 5 is 12. what is the number?

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Amoya1
Amoya1 Amoya1
  • 25-09-2016
x-8+5=12
x=12+8-5
x=15
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stellathewiz
stellathewiz stellathewiz
  • 25-09-2016
X+5-8=12
This is the equation you use. Then add 8 from both sides. You get x+5=20 then subtract 5 from both sides and you'll get x=15 which is the number. Hope it helps and mark as brainliest!
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