Question

First, 42 was divided by some number. the resulting quotient was then multiplied by 5. following this, 12 was subtracted from the product, giving 58. what was the initial divisor?
please show work and answer.

Answer 1

Answer:

42 ÷3 =14 × 5 = 70 -12 = 58

Step-by-step explanation:

the initial divisor was 3

Answer 2

Answer:

3

Step-by-step explanation:

42 divided by 3 = 14

14 x 5 = 70

70 - 12 = 58