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OpenStudy (mackenzie2013):

The difference between a number and five equals three. Translate this sentence to an equation and then find the number. 8 -8 -2 2

OpenStudy (anonymous):

n-5=3

OpenStudy (mackenzie2013):

So then the answer is 2

OpenStudy (anonymous):

No? 2-5 does not equal 3.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

That would be -3.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

But if you did 8-5, that WOULD equal 3.

OpenStudy (mackenzie2013):

Oh okay sorry blonde moment.

OpenStudy (mackenzie2013):

So the answer is 8?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Yes. :)

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