Half a number is 21 less than double the number find the number.

Avsej asked Dec 9, 2023

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Avsej asked Dec 9, 2023

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Answer:

Explanation:

let the number be x

2x is larger than half of x by 21: 2x = 0.5+21

Solve:

2x = 0.5+21

1.5x = 21

x = 14

Brandt Bucher answered Dec 13, 2023

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