SOLUTION: a number multiplied by -4 is 24. how can I write an algebratic equation for this sentence help. thank you

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Question 66554: a number multiplied by -4 is 24.
how can I write an algebratic equation for this sentence
help.
thank you

Answer by stanbon(75887)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
a number multiplied by -4 is 24.
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Let the number be "x"
EQUATION: -4x=24
Cheers,
stan H.

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