SOLUTION: A number decreased by 23 is equal to 214. Find the number. How would i figure this problem out? Thanks

SOLUTION: A number decreased by 23 is equal to 214. Find the number. How would i figure this problem out? Thanks

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Question 101405: A number decreased by 23 is equal to 214. Find the number. How would i figure this problem out? Thanks
Answer by edjones(8007) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x-23=214
x=214+23=237
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