Hi, 984 is subtracted from a number. If 988 is added with the difference the sum is 8765. What is the number? 988 + (x-984) = 8765 x + 4 = 8765 x = 8761 CHECKING our answer*** 988 + (8761 - 984) = 988 + 7777 = 8765 Wish You the Best in your Studies