one-third of a number x is equal to 22 less than the number. Write and solve an equation to find the number.

1/3x = x - 22

This is the equation you can use to find the value of x.

(May as well solve it.)

Add 22 to both sides.

1/3x + 22 = x

Multiply both sides by 3.

x + 22 = 3x

Subtract x from both sides.

22 = 2x

Divide both sides by 2.

x = 11 (this is your answer)