SOLUTION: I add 5 to a certain number, and then divide by 6. Starting with the same number, I subtract 1 from it, and then divide by 4. If the result is the same in each case, find the numbe

Question 1017807: I add 5 to a certain number, and then divide by 6. Starting with the same number, I subtract 1 from it, and then divide by 4. If the result is the same in each case, find the number.
Found 2 solutions by josgarithmetic, macston:
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Answer by macston(5194) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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ANSWER: The number is 13.
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