Question

Two thirds of a number reduced by 11 is equal to 4 more than the number. Find the number

Answer 1

2n/3 - 11 = n + 4

Add 11 to both sides:

2n/3 = n + 15

Multiply both sides by 3:

2n = 3n + 45

Isolate n:

-n = 45

n = -45