Chapter 2: Problem 1
Let \(x\) represent the number. Use the given conditions to write an equation. Solve the equation and find the number. A number increased by 60 is equal to \(410 .\) Find the number.
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Chapter 2: Problem 1
Let \(x\) represent the number. Use the given conditions to write an equation. Solve the equation and find the number. A number increased by 60 is equal to \(410 .\) Find the number.
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