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The sum of 20 and twice a number is-18. Find the number.

Solution

T h e s u m o f 20 an d tw i ce a n u mb er i s - 18. F in d t h e n u mb er .

Solution

The number : - 19

Solution steps

Represent the number with

x

A.T.Q.:

20 + 2 x = - 18

Solve for

x, 20 + 2 x = - 18 : x = - 19

The number : - 19

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