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9 June, 06:04

A number is multiplied by 2. eight is added to the product. this sum is then divided by 5. the answer is 8. what was the original number?

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  1. 9 June, 06:32
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    Let number be x,

    (2x + 8) : 5 = 8

    2x + 8 = 8*5

    2x = 40-8

    x = 16

    the number is 16!
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