The difference between a number x and 17 is 21.

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Mikey

Mathematics

13 July, 14:44

The difference between a number x and 17 is 21.

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Aditya Melton · Answer 1

x = 38

Step-by-step explanation:

The difference between a number x and 17 = x-17

which is equal to 21

so,

x-17=21

add 17 on both sides

⇒x=21+17

∴x = 38

Nola Serrano · Answer 2

Answer:38

Step-by-step explanation:sure answer:

X-17=21

X=21+17 (when we transpose - ve becomes positive)

X=38