Write an equation that represents the problem, then solve the problem.

Seven-fourths decreased by a number is 2. Find the number

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Write an equation that represents the problem, then solve the problem.
	
Seven-fourths decreased by a number is 2.  Find the number

oaktree · Answer

Seven-fourths (7/4) decreased (-) by a number (n) is (=) 2. In other words, $$\frac{ 7 }{ 4 } - n = 2$$

oaktree · Answer

Now can you solve using inverse operations?

oaktree · Answer

Hint: Try making 2 into a fraction over 4 or multiplying ALL terms of the equation by 4.

anonymous · Answer

hint=answer

oaktree · Answer

Not quite. The answer would be telling the person exactly what the number equals. It may seem like this is pointless and absurdly easy, but for people coming to this website for help it certainly isn't. I'd appreciate a bit more civility on your side, thank you.

anonymous · Answer

4*7= 28

anonymous · Answer

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