Question

Item 15 Write and solve an equation to find the number n. Eight plus the quotient of a number and 3 is −2. Equation: =−2 The number is n= .

Answer 1

n = - 30

Explanation:

Eight plus the quotient of a number and 3 is −2

Expressing in mathematical terms, we have;

8 + (n/3) = -2

To solve for n;

Multiply all through by 3.

3*8 + 3(n/3) = 3 * (-2 )

24 + n = - 6

n = -6 - 24

n = - 30