SOLUTION: Six more than the product of 5 and a number x = -4. Find the number

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Question 757498: Six more than the product of 5 and a number x = -4. Find the number
Answer by fcabanski(1391) About Me  (Show Source):
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"6 more than" means add 6.


"product of 5 and a number" means 5*x.


5x+6 = -4


5x = -10


x = -2