Using the digits 1–9, at most one time each, fill in the blanks to make an equation where the solution is x=77.7. Explain how you know you are correct.

x−_ _._=_ _._

2 answers

x−9.6=68.1

To find the missing digits, we subtract 9.6 from both sides:

x−9.6=68.1

+9.6 +9.6

x=77.7

We know this is correct because when we substitute 77.7 back into the equation, we get:

77.7−9.6=68.1

68.1 = 68.1

Which is true. Therefore, x=77.7 satisfies the equation.
AAAaannndd the bot gets it wrong yet again!

sorry - you used 6 twice