Question

Eight less than three times a number is -14

Answer 1

2.8

Explanation:

So first you would subtract 3 minus 8= -5

After that divide -5 and -14 = 2.8

to check your answer you would multiply 2.8 by -5

And that would give you -14

Answer 2

-2 times 3 subtracted by 8 equals -14

Answer: -2