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when twice a certain number is subtracted from 15, the result is 11. what is the number

Solution

w h e n tw i ce a cer t ain n u mb er i s s u b t r a c t e d f ro m 15, t h e res u lt i s 11. w ha t i s t h e n u mb er

Solution

The number : 2

Solution steps

Represent the number with

x

A.T.Q.:

15 - 2 x = 11

Solve for

x, 15 - 2 x = 11 : x = 2

The number : 2

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