The quotient of three more than a number and six is nine.

Question

Translate the following verbal statemnt into an algebraic equation and then solve:

Use x for your variable.

The quotient of three more than a number and six is nine.

Answer 1

Sha: Let x be that number. From the statement, (x + 3) / 6 = 9. (x + 3) = 54. x = 51. Dr. G.