Question

One-third of a number decreased by six equals eight. What is the number?

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42
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Answer 1

x = 42 is the answer

Explanation:

(1/3)x - 6 = 8

+6 +6

(1/3)x = 14

*3 *3

Answer 2

42

Explanation:

The answer is 42. An easy way to solve this is:

8 + 6 = 14

14 • 3 = 42