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In Mathematics / Middle School | 2014-03-24

A number decreased by 4 is less than 14.

What is the inequality representing this statement?

Asked by Ugzzy

Answer (3)

N-4<14
Hope this helps

Answered by deathstrike001 | 2024-06-10

Answer: I'm not exactly sure but, I think the answer is 18. ;

Answered by Midnightshadow090 | 2024-06-12

The inequality representing the statement "A number decreased by 4 is less than 14" is N - 4 < 14. This can be written as an expression where N is any number, and the result after decreasing it by 4 must be less than 14. For example, if N = 10, then 10 - 4 = 6, which satisfies the inequality.
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Answered by deathstrike001 | 2024-10-02