Translate the following verbal statement into an algebraic equation: The quotient of two more than a number and five is eight

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Ross Presser · Answer 1 · 2017-02-15T02:07:33+0000

The quotient (division) of two more than (+ 2) a number (x) and 5 is (=) 8

= 8

To solve, start by multiply both sides by 5 to cancel out the fraction.

x + 2 = 40 Subtract 2 from both sides
x = 38

Translate the following verbal statement into an algebraic equation: The quotient of two more than a number and five is eight

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