Answer:
( n x 2 ) - 3 = 5
n = 4
Step-by-step explanation:
The quotient (x) of a number (n) and 2 decreased (-) by 3 and the result (=) is 5.
( n x 2 ) - 3 = 5
Solve for n:
( n x 2 ) - 3 = 5
2n - 3 = 5
2n = 8
n = 4
Check:
( n x 2 ) - 3 = 5
( 4 x 2 ) - 3 = 5
8 - 3 = 5
5 = 5
