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  • 03-02-2021
  • Mathematics
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Two is eight less than twice a number. What is the number?
Write the two step equation. Use x for the variable.
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Now solve for x.

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kjhuff68
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  • 03-02-2021

Answer:

x = 5

Step-by-step explanation:

First, break it down:

Two is eight less than twice a number

2 = 2x - 8

+8       + 8

10 = 2x

5 = x

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