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Translate the following verbal statement into an algebraic equation: The quotient of two more than a number and five is eight

Translate the following verbal statement into an algebraic equation: The quotient of two more than a number and five is eight
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translate the following verbal statement into an algebraic equation: The quotient of two more than a number and five is eight

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The quotient (division) of two more than (+ 2) a number (x) and 5 is (=) 8


(x + 2)/(5) = 8

To solve, start by multiply both sides by 5 to cancel out the fraction.

x + 2 = 40 Subtract 2 from both sides
x = 38
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