Set up the equation for the following word problem and solve the equation. Let y be the unknown number. -13 times the difference between a number and 60 is equal to the number plus - 59.

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Set up the equation for the following word problem and solve the equation. Let y be the unknown number.
– 13 times the difference between a number and 60 is equal to the number plus - 59.
Step 2 of 2: Solve the equation for y. Express your answer as an integer, a reduced fraction, or a decimal number rounded to two places.
Transcribed Image Text:Question 6 of 23, Step 2 of 2 Correct Set up the equation for the following word problem and solve the equation. Let y be the unknown number. – 13 times the difference between a number and 60 is equal to the number plus - 59. Step 2 of 2: Solve the equation for y. Express your answer as an integer, a reduced fraction, or a decimal number rounded to two places.
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