Question

If 8 times a number is decreased by 5, the result is 23.what is the number.

Answer 1

Answer:

The number is 3.5.

Step-by-step explanation:

1) Form an equation.

8x-5= 23

2) Add 5 to both sides.

8x= 28

3) Divide both sides by 8.

X= 3.5