Question

translate the following verbal statement into an algebraic equation: The quotient of two more than a number and five is eight

Answer 1

The quotient (division) of two more than (+ 2) a number (x) and 5 is (=) 8

$\frac{x + 2}{5}$ = 8

To solve, start by multiply both sides by 5 to cancel out the fraction.

x + 2 = 40   Subtract 2 from both sides
      x = 38