Question 171706
1/8th of the square root of 7 less than a number is 2.
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Yes, it can be read at least two ways.
But, let's give it a try.
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(1/8)sqrt(x-7) = 2

Multiply both sides by 8 to get:
sqrt(x-7) = 16

Square both sides to get:
x-7 = 256
x = 263
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Cheers,
Stan H.