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Write out in words how to solve the following equation N/3+5-8=2

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(n/3) + 5 - 8 = 2

First add the constants (+5 and -8) on LHS.

(n/3) - 3 = 2

Transfer -3 to RHS, by changing its sign.

n/3 = 2 + 3

Now add the constants (2 and 3) on RHS.

n/3 = 5

Transfer 3 to RHS by changing division to multiplication

n = 5 × 3

Finally multiply the constants (5 and 3) on RHS

n = 15

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