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The sum of half a number and 13 is 9

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Answer:

Equation to solve:

x / 2 + 13 = 9

Multiply the entire equation by 2:

x + 2 * 13 = 2 * 9

x + 26 = 18

Subtract 26 from both sides:

x = -8

The original number is -8.

Explanation:

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