3 years ago

One half a number decreased by 3 is 21 what is the equation for this statement

Mathematics

2 answers:

Liono4ka [1.6K]3 years ago

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Question:

What is the equation for the following statement,"One-half of a number decreased by 3 is 21.

Answer:

half the number = x/2

decreased by 3

(x/2) -3 =21

=48

mrs_skeptik [129]3 years ago

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

½n - 3 = 21

½n = 24

n = 2 × 24

n = 48

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