Problem 73
Question
Write each sentence as an equation. Let the variable \(x\) represent the number. Five times a number is equal to 24 decreased by the number.
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
The translated equation is \(5x = 24 - x\).
1Step 1: Identify the Variable
In this case, the exercise has already identified the variable for us, which is \(x\), representing the unknown number.
2Step 2: Translate the Sentence into an Equation
The sentence says 'Five times a number is equal to 24 decreased by the number'. This translates to the equation \(5x = 24 - x\).
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