If Jaylan takes the number of stamps he has and multiplies it by 5 and then subtracts 10, he gets 275. How many stamps does he have?(1 point)

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57
57

53
53

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Answer 1

Let's solve the equation step by step.

Let \( x \) be the number of stamps Jaylan has. The equation can be set up as follows based on the information given:

\[ 5x - 10 = 275 \]

Now, add 10 to both sides:

\[ 5x = 275 + 10 \] \[ 5x = 285 \]

Next, divide both sides by 5:

\[ x = \frac{285}{5} \] \[ x = 57 \]

So, Jaylan has 57 stamps.