Let X Represent the Number $4 x - 7 x = 55 ; - 7.9$

question 9

Multiple Choice

Let x represent the number. Use the given conditions to write an equation. Solve the equation and find the number.
-Four times a number added to 7 times the number equals 55. Find the number.

• A) \(4 x - 7 x = 55 ; - 7.9\)
• B) \(4 ( x + 7 ) = 55 x ; 0.5\)
• C) \(4 x ( 7 + x ) = 55 ; 7.9\)
• D) \(4 x + 7 x = 55 ; 5\)

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