Question

There are 8 fewer than double the

number of students in the chorus than in
the band. There are 54 members in the
chorus. Which equation represents how
to find the number of students in the
band?
A. 2x - 8= 54
B. 2x + 8 = 54
C. 8x - 2 = 54
D. 8x + 2 = 54

Answer 1

The equation to find the number of students in the

the band will be: 2x - 8= 54

Explanation:

Let the number of members in the chorus = x

so the double number of members in the chorus will be = 2x

As Total members in the chorus = 54

As there are 8 fewer than double the number of students in the chorus than in the band. i.e. 2x - 8

Therefore, the equation to find the number of students in the

the band will be: 2x - 8= 54