Question

The average of 16 and x is 3. Find x.

Answer 1

x=-10

Explanation:

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Answer 2

x = - 10

Explanation:

Average is calculated as

average =
`(sumofdata)/(count)` , thus

`(16+x+3)/(3)` = 3

Multiply both sides by 3 to clear the fraction

19 + x = 9 ( subtract 19 from both sides )

x = - 10