Question

one-third of a number x is equal to 22 less than the number. Write and solve an equation to find the number.

Answer 1

x=33/2

Equation: 1/3x=22-x

Explanation:

1) Simplify 1/3x to x/3

x/3=22-x

2) Multiply both sides by 3.

x=66-3x

3) Add 3x to both sides.

x+3x=66

4) Simplify x+3x to 4x

4x=66

5) Divide both sides by 4.

x=66/4

6) Simplify 66/4 to 33/2

x=33/2

Answer 2

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