SOLUTION: Eight less than the quotient of a number and 3 is 5

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Question 307011: Eight less than the quotient of a number and 3 is 5
Answer by rapaljer(4671) About Me  (Show Source):
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Let x = the number
The quotient of a number and 3 is x%2F3.

The equation is
x%2F3+-8=5

To solve for x, begin by adding +8 to each side to undo the -8.
x%2F3+-8%2B8=5%2B8
x%2F3=13

Multiply both sides by 3:
x=13%2A3
x=39

Check:
Eight less than the quotient of 39 and 3.
Eight less than 13 is 5. This checks!!

Dr. Robert J. Rapalje, Retired
Seminole State College of Florida
Altamonte Springs Campus