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88 was divided by a particular number, then 7 was taken from the quotient. afterwards, this difference was multiplied by 4. giving a product of -60. find the particular number.
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Answer:

The particular number would be -704

Step-by-step explanation:

Take the particular number as x

  • x ÷ 88 - 7 x 4 = (-60)
  • x ÷ 88 - 7 = (-60) ÷ 4
  • x ÷ 88 - 7 = (-15)
  • x ÷ 88 = (-15) + 7
  • x ÷ 88 = (-8)
  • x = (-8) x 88
  • x = (-704)