Use the given information to write an equation. Let x represent the number described in the exercise. Then solve the equation and find the number.When 5 times a number is subtracted from 7 times the number, the result is 16. Find the number.
A. 5x(7 - x) = 16; -8
B. 7x - 5x = 16; 8
C. 5(x - 7) = 16x; 0.3
D. 5x + 8x = 16; 2
Answer: B
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