when 3 is subtracted from one third of a number n the result is less than 6. which inequality and solution represents this situation.

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Savanna Bean

16 February, 20:05

when 3 is subtracted from one third of a number n the result is less than 6. which inequality and solution represents this situation.

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Isabella Stewart · Answer 1

1/3n-3<6

Step-by-step explanation:

One third of a number: 1/3

3 is subtracted from 1/3 of a number n: 1/3n - 3

Result is less than 6: less is represented with the symbol <. So, the result of the expression 1/3n-3 is less (<) than 6.

The final expression:

1/3n-3<6

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