Question

Tabitha was shooting free throws in gym class. She completed 7 of the shots, which was a third of 4 more than Joan completed. What is the number of free throws, n, that Joan completed?]

Answer 1

17

Explanation:

the following equation can be derived from the question

7 = 1/3(4 + n)

multiply both sides of the question by 3

21 = 4 + n

combine like terms

21 - 4 = n

n = 17