SOLUTION: the sum of 5 times a number and 16 is equal to 121 find the number

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Question 1192284: the sum of 5 times a number and 16 is equal to 121 find the number
Answer by ikleyn(52788) About Me  (Show Source):
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    5x + 16 = 121


    5x = 121 - 16

    5x =    105

     x =    105/5 = 21.    ANSWER

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