Question

three more than two thirds of a number equals 15 less than the number .find the numb.er

Answer 1

3 + 2x/3 = x - 15
3 + 2x = x - 45
x = - 48

Answer 2

Heya !!


Let number be X.


According to question,



2x/3 + 3 = x - 15



2x + 9 = 3 ( x - 15 )


2x + 9 = 3x - 45


3x - 2x = 9 + 45


x = 54.

Number = X = 54.