Let's solve this step by step.
1. Understand the problem:
- You're given that subtracting 54220 from a certain number results in 21676.
- We need to find this unknown number.
2. Set up the equation:
- Let's denote the unknown number by [tex]\( x \)[/tex].
- The problem states: [tex]\( x - 54220 = 21676 \)[/tex].
3. Solve for [tex]\( x \)[/tex]:
- To isolate [tex]\( x \)[/tex], you need to add 54220 to both sides of the equation.
- So the equation becomes: [tex]\( x = 21676 + 54220 \)[/tex].
4. Calculate the result:
- Adding the numbers gives us [tex]\( x = 75896 \)[/tex].
So, when 54220 is subtracted from 75896, you get 21676. Therefore, you are 75896.
