Six less than a number, x, is 38. what is the value of x

44

Step-by-step explanation:

x-6=38

or, x= 38+6

hence, x=44

44

Step-by-step explanation:

38 + 6 = 44

x = 44

6 less than 44 (x) is 38

step-by-step explanation:

step 1: solve one of the equations for one of the variables. let's solve the first equation for y:

step 2: substitute that equation into the other equation, and solve for x.

step 3: substitute x = 4 x = 4 x=4 into one of the original equations, and solve for y.