Question

One-third of a number t is equal to 7.
Write the word sentence as an equation then solve

Answer 1

21

Explanation:

One third of the number can be represented by 1/3t.

To make an equation, set this equal to 7.

1/3t = 7

Then, solve for t by dividing each side by 1/3:

1/3t = 7

t = 21

So, the number is 21.