Question

Translate each sentence into an equation. Then solve the equation

Eight decreased by a number equals to the quotient of 15 and 5. Find the number

Answer 1

8-m = 15/5   m = 5. That's how it's done

Answer 2

8 - x = 15 / 5
8 - x = 3
-x = 3 - 8
-x = -5
x = 5