Question

 Seven times the number is 36 less than 10 times the number. Find the number. 
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Answer 1

Answer:

x = 12

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the number be x

According to the question

7x = 10x - 36

⇒ 10x - 7x = 36

⇒ 3x = 36

⇒ x = 36 ÷ 3

⇒ x = 12