33 is 15 less than k ( equation and answer)

Written out, this equation is 33=k-15. Here's how we know:

33 is ("is" usually means "=")

15 less than k ("x less than y" usually means "y - x". Careful though, this does not mean "x - y"!)

So, it is written as 33=k-15, or k-15=33.

To solve for k, all we need to do is isolate it. To do this, add 15 to both sides.

k-15+15=33+15

k=48