Question

Maria is solving this number riddle by using guess and check: Fifteen less than a number is twelve.
Based on the riddle, which statements must be true? Check all that apply.
Less than means subtraction.
Subtract 15 from the unknown number to get 12.
15-12=3
The unknown number is 27.
15 + 3 = 18
27-12=15
This is an addition problem.

Answer 1

Let the no. be x
then x-15=12
x=15+12
=27

so the unknown number us 27

Answer 2

Answer:

A.Less than means subtraction.

B.Subtract 14 from the unknown number to get 11.

D.25 – 14 = 11

E.The unknown number is 25.

Step-by-step explanation: