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11 March, 21:37

7 was multiplied by a particular number. This product was added to 12, then divided by 10. The resulting quotient was - 3. Give the initial number.

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  1. 11 March, 22:06
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    -6

    Step-by-step explanation:

    we use X to try and find the number to which 7was multiplied

    so it's 7x+12=-3

    if you cross multiply you will get

    7x+12=-3

    10

    7x+12=-30

    -30 - (-12) = -42

    7x=-42

    X=-6
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