Question

Write and solve an equation for:

The sum of a number and six is the quotient of twice the same number and four.

Answer 1

n = - 12

Explanation:

n + 6 = 2n/4

4 (n+6) = 2n

4n + 24 = 2n

4n - 2n = - 24

2n = -24

n = - 24/2

n = - 12