One-third of a number, decreased by six equals eight. what is the number?

Answer asap ! the shortest path from point a to point b goes through a pond. to avoid the pond, you must walk straight 34 meters along one edge of the pond, then take a 90 degree turn, and again walk straight 41 meters along another edge of the pond to reach point b. about how many meters would be saved if it were possible to walk through the pond? a. 11 m b. 20 m c. 30.45 m d. 21.73 m

Match each statement with its corresponding value for the system below: y = -2(3)x and y = 9x - 2 1. the number of points of intersection. -2 2. the x-coordinate of the solution. 1 3. the y-coordinate of the solution. 0

Gabrielle's age is two times mikhail's age. the sum of their ages is 84. what is mikhail's age?