I need math help! I cant figure out how to do it! here is the question: The total of 5.68 times a number and 132.7 is the number minus 29.228. Find the number.

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anonymous · Answer

need some help?

directrix · Answer

Let x be the number

.568*x + 132.7 = x - 29.228  

@sunshinedoo4u     Do you think that this equation is correct?

anonymous · Answer

5.68x+132.7=x-29.228  i dont even know where to start.

directrix · Answer

5.68x+132.7=x-29.228 
    
Subtract 1x from both sides.

directrix · Answer

5.68x+132.7=    x-29.228 

-x                       -x
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4.68x + 132.7 = - 29.228

directrix · Answer

Next up: Subtract 132.7 from both sides.