If x is the unknown number then x-15=x/4. Equivalently, 3x/4=15 which is the same as x=(15/3)4=5(4)=20.
Emily K.
asked • 10/12/20Equations and Inequalities
The sum of a number and -15 is equal to the product of that number and 1/4. What is the number?
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