Question

One-third of a number is 8 less than the number itself

Answer 1

x=12

Explanation:

1/3 of 12 is 4 which is 8 less then 12 :))))))

Hope this helps <3

Answer 2

let the number be x

`(1)/(3) x = x - 8 \\ x = 3(x - 8) \\ x = 3x - 24 \\ 3x - x = 24 \\ 2x = 24 \\ x = 12`