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What number gives a result of −2 when 8 is subtracted from the quotient of the number and 5?

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Answer:

30

Explanation:

Work backwards to find the unknown number. I set it as the variable x. Work to isolate it. Remember to use your order of operations

x÷5-8 = -2

x÷5 = -2+8

x÷5 = 6

x÷5(5) = 6(5)

x = 30

check your answer by plugging it back in

30÷5-8

6-8

= -2 ✓

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