The sum of 8 and a number divided by 3 equals 6. Find the number.(1 point)

Responses

6
6

−23
negative 2 thirds

-6
-6

52

1 answer

Let the unknown number be \( x \). According to the problem, the equation can be set up as follows:

\[ \frac{8 + x}{3} = 6 \]

To solve for \( x \), first multiply both sides of the equation by 3 to eliminate the fraction:

\[ 8 + x = 18 \]

Next, subtract 8 from both sides:

\[ x = 18 - 8 \] \[ x = 10 \]

Therefore, the solution for the unknown number is \( x = 10 \).

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