Let X Represent the Unknown, and Write an Equation for the Sentence

question 147

Multiple Choice

Let x represent the unknown, and write an equation for the sentence. Do not solve.
-When $\frac { 1 } { 4 }$ of a number is added to 16 , the result is 26 .

• A) \(\frac { 1 } { 4 } x - 16 = 26\)
• B) \(\frac { 1 } { 4 } x + 26\)
• C) \(\frac { 1 } { 4 } + x = 26\)
• D) \(\frac { 1 } { 4 } x + 16 = 26\)

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Cash Outflow

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