10 was divided by a particular number, then 7 was taken from the quotient. Afterwards,
this difference was multiplied by 7. Giving a product of -14. Find the particular number.
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The number is 2.
Step-by-step explanation:
Let the number be x, then:
(10/x - 7)*7 = -14
Divide both sides by 7:
10/x - 7 = -2
Multiply each term by x:
10 - 7x = -2x
10 = 5x
x = 2.
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