Question

28 is 12 less than 4 times a number. Find the number.

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Given :-

28 is 12 less than 4 times a number.

To Find :-

The Number

Solution :-

Let the required number be x

4 times the number = 4x

12 less than 4 times the number = 4x - 12

According to the Question,

• ⇒ 4x - 12 = 28
• ⇒ 4x = 28 + 12
• ⇒ 4x = 40
• ⇒ x = 10

Required number = 10

Hence, the number is 10.

Answer 2

Answer:

10

Step-by-step explanation:

let the number be x

By given condition

4x-12=28

4x= 28+12

4x=40

x=40/4

x=10