Question

translate the sentence into an equation.
four more than the quotient of a number and 5 is 7.
use the variable y for the unknown number.

Explanation:

Step1: Define quotient of y and 5

The quotient of the unknown number $y$ and 5 is $\frac{y}{5}$.

Step2: Add 4 to the quotient

Four more than this quotient is $\frac{y}{5} + 4$.

Step3: Set equal to 7

This expression equals 7, forming the equation.

Answer:

$\frac{y}{5} + 4 = 7$