Question

If 8 minus some number divided by 3 = 6 what is the number?

Answer 1

n = 6

Explanation:

Represent the unknown number by n. Then 8 - n/3 = 6.

Consolidate the constants on the left side: 2 - n/3 = 0, or n/3 = 2.

Multiplying both sides by 3 results in: n = 6