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8.06 Solving problems with equations

Interactive practice questions

Consider the following word statement.

The sum of an unknown numberĀ and $39$39 is $83$83.

a

Using $p$p as the unknown number, write this word statement as an equation.

Do not solve the equation.

b

Solve the equation found in part (a).

Enter each step as an equation.

Easy
1min

Consider the following word statement.

The product of $3$3 and an unknown number is $18$18.

Easy
1min

Lisa bought a hat and a dress for a total of $\$80$$80.

Easy
1min

A bag of lollies contains $80$80 lollies.

Easy
1min
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