The difference between x and 5, divided by 6

Andbdrew asked Jul 7, 2022

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Andbdrew asked Jul 7, 2022

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The correct way to interpret the difference of a number divided by 6 and 5 equals 8 is

n/6 - 5 = 8. I believe that another tutor has misled you; there should be only one division, applying to n only.

Omar Magdy answered Jul 14, 2022

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