To solve this problem, we can set up an equation based on the given information.
Let the number we are trying to find be represented by x.
The equation becomes: 8 - x/3 = 6
To isolate x, we can subtract 8 from both sides: - x/3 = -2
Next, we can multiply both sides by 3 to get rid of the fraction: -x = -6
Finally, we can divide both sides by -1 to solve for x: x = 6
So, the number we are looking for is 6. Therefore, none of the provided options (A, B, C, D) are correct.
8, minus some number divided by 3, equals 6. Find the number.
Responses
A -14/3
- 14/3
B 44
C 66
D 2/3
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