Tractors

Six tractors plowing the field for 8 days. After two days, two tractors broke down. How many days were prolonged work in the field?

Correct answer:

x =  3 d

Step-by-step explanation:


6•8 = 2•6+(x+(8-2))•(6-2)

4x = 12

x = 3

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