Question

22 is 5 times a number decreased by 3

Answer 1

Answer:

5

Step-by-step explanation:

let the no. be x

so 22 = (5 × x) - 3

22 + 3 = 5 × x

{ sign changes as we bring it to the other side}

5 × x = 22 + 3

5 × x = 25

so, x = 25/5

x = 5