Question

Write an algebraic equation for each of the following sentences.

_____________ 12) One-third of a number is thirty-five.
_____________ 14) Two times the sum of a number and five is twenty six.
_____________ 16) The quotient of a number and two increased by seven is ten.
_____________ 17) Four times the sum of a number and eight is forty.
_____________ 18) Three-fourths of a number minus six is fifty-four.
_____________ 19) Nine times the sum of twice a number and two is seventy.

Answer 1

Come on, Barry -- at least try a couple of those problems. Think, man!!

Answer 2

12) 1/3=35

Answer 3

17) 4x+x+8=40

Answer 4

12. 1/3 n = 35
17. 4(n + 8) = 40

Study how I changed your answers. Then try the other problems.