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When 2 is added to three times a certain number it gives a result of 20.

Solution

Wh e n 2 i s a dd e d t o t h ree t im es a cer t ain n u mb er i t g i v es a res u lt o f 20.

Solution

The number : 6

Solution steps

Represent the number with

x

A.T.Q.:

3 x + 2 = 20

Solve for

x, 3 x + 2 = 20 : x = 6

The number : 6

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