Question

Seven more than twice a number is 25

Answer 1

X = 9

Explanation:

Let the unknown number be represented by X

Seven more than twice a number is 25 implies;

7 + 2X = 25

Collect like terms

2X = 25 - 7

2X = 18

Divide through by 2

2X/2 =18/2

X = 9