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Sarah had 8 plants. She gave n plants to Ross, and then she had 3 plants left. Which of the following equations describes this situation?8 + n = 38 - n = 38n = 38/n = 3

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Step-by-step explanation:

Initially, Sarah has 8 plants, and then she gave n plants to ross. This first part of the problem can be described by:


8-n

Because to the initial amount of 8, we subtract n.

Then she had 3 plants left, this is described by the equation:


8-n=3

Which is the second option.

Answer:

8 - n =3

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