Translate each sentence into an equation. Then solve the equation
Eight decreased by a number equals to the quotient of 15 and 5. Find the number

Respuesta :

8 - x = 15 / 5 
8 - x = 3
-x = 3 - 8
-x = -5 
x = 5
8-m = 15/5   m = 5. That's how it's done