Asked by sam

The quotient of a number and 3, minus 1, equals 5/3. Find the number.
Answered by Ms. Sue
(x/3) - 1 = 5/3

x/3 = 5/3 + 3/3

x/3 = 8/3

x = (8/3) * 3

x = 24/3

x = 8

Answered by val
Thank you!
Answered by Ms. Sue
You're welcome.

But why did you switch names?