Think of a number, divide it by 6 and add 5 to it.

Think of a number, divide it by 6 and add 5 to it. The result is 17. What is the number thought of?

Answer/Solution

72

Steps/Work

Explanation :
17-5 = 12
12 x 6 = 72
Answer : B

General Calculator / Auto Solver

Think of a number, divide it by and add to it. The result is . What is the number thought of?

Calculated Answer

72

Step by Step Solution

In order to solve problem, you must evaluate n₀ * (n₂ - n₁).

n₀ =	6
n₁ =	5
n₂ =	17

n₀ * (n₂ - n₁)
Evaluate n₂ - n₁ = 12
n₀ * 12
Evaluate n₀ * 12 = 72
72
The answer to the problem and the result of n₀ * (n₂ - n₁) is 72