The sum of 20 and Tom's score is 73. Solve for Tom's score

Answer 1

To find Tom's score, we can set up the equation based on the information given:

\[ 20 + \text{Tom's score} = 73 \]

Now, let's isolate Tom's score by subtracting 20 from both sides of the equation:

\[ \text{Tom's score} = 73 - 20 \]

Calculating the right side:

\[ \text{Tom's score} = 53 \]

So, Tom's score is 53.