19anngrace73
19anngrace73 19anngrace73
  • 05-11-2014
  • Mathematics
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If you add 5 to me and then divide by 9 you get 3 what number am I

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RhysH
RhysH RhysH
  • 05-11-2014
form an equation using the information provided
x = number
(x + 5)/9 = 3
multiply by 9
x + 5 = 27
then solve
x = 22
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kirklandtlmoore
kirklandtlmoore kirklandtlmoore
  • 05-11-2014
You are simply reversing the equation

(X+5)/9=3

First times 3 by 9 giving you 27

X+5=27

Now subtract 5 to get your answer

27-5=22

and 22 is your answer!!!!
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