The quotient of a number and -7, decreased by 2, is 10. Find the number.

Question

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Answer 1

Hi Jake,

This question comes down being able to put it into an equation format. Let's call the number X. The quotient of it and -7 would be represented by X/-7 because quotient means division, while the decrease by 2 would be represented by subtracting 2 from that quotient. We are also told that the resulting equation is equal to 10. Thus, the final equation becomes:

X/-7 - 2 = 10

X/-7 = 12 (added 2 to both sides)

X = -84 (multiplied by -7 on both sides)

Please let me know if you would like further explanation about this problem or others from your class. I'd be happy to set up a lesson!

Regards,

Danny