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28 October, 06:01

Three-fourths was subtracted from a number, and then 5 was added to the result. The sum was - 7. What was the original number?

-3 1/2

3 1/2

-11 1/2

2 1/2

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  1. 28 October, 06:22
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    Let x be the original number.

    x - 0.75 + 5 = - 7

    x + 4.25 = - 7

    x = - 11.25

    Hence, none of the answers are correct!
  2. 28 October, 06:24
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    Let x be the original number.

    x - 0.75 + 5 = - 7

    x + 4.25 = - 7

    x = - 11.25

    Brainliest?
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