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OpenStudy (anonymous):

The sum of a number and three less than the number is sixteen

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Also write an equation

OpenStudy (anonymous):

x + (x - 3) = 16 ? Let's suppose that this is true. 2x - 3 = 16 2x = 19 x = 9.5 Check: 9.5 - ( 9.5 - 3) = 16 ? 9.5 + 6.5 = 16? 16 = 16

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Thanks I understand now! Ur my new epic math teacher!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

haha no problem :)

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