SOLUTION: how do i set up this problem algebrailcally? An elevator left the 26th floor of a building and went up 8 floors, then down 12, and back up4. On what floor was the elevator then?

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Question 381368: how do i set up this problem algebrailcally?
An elevator left the 26th floor of a building and went up 8 floors, then down 12, and back up4. On what floor was the elevator then?

Answer by richard1234(7193) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
26 + 8 - 12 + 4 = 26th floor