3 less than 5 times the number
Mathematics · High School · Thu Feb 04 2021
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Given the statement:
3 less than 5 times a number.
Solution:
The given numerical statement can be represented as,
3 - 5x
We solve the missing number, by simply solving for x. To do so, we transpose -5x to the other side of the equation, hence when we transpose a number, the sign changes.
= 3 - 5x
5x = 3
Divide both sides by 5 in order to cancel out 5x, leaving behind x.
5x/5 = 3/5
x = 3/5
Final answer:
x = 3/5