When expressions are equivalent, the expressions have the same value. The number x is 42, because 10 less than 42 is 32.
The number is represented as x
10 less than x is represented as x - 10
From the question, we understand that the 10 less than x is equivalent to 32.
So, the expression becomes
[tex]x - 10 =32[/tex]
Collect like terms
[tex]x = 32 + 10[/tex]
Add 32 and 10
[tex]x = 42[/tex]
Hence, the number (x) is 42
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