Question

Five times a number decreased by 8 gives 42 ,find the number.​

Answer 1

Answer: let the number be x

8 - 5 X = 42

5x=42-8

5x=34

x=34/5

x= 6.8

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Answer 2

Answer:

let the number be x

A.T.Q(according to question)

5x-8=42

5x=42+8

5x=50/5

x=10

Step-by-step explanation:

10 is the correct answer.hope it helps.have a nice day.

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