Question

One fourth of a number is 20 less than the number itself. Form an equation based on the statement.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Let number be x

1/4x =20-x

Answer 2

Answer:

x/4 = x-20

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the number be x.

So, one fourth of the number is x/4.

x/4 is 20 less than the number itself.

So, the required equation is x/4 = x-20