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What is the correct translation of "3 more than a number times 2"?
answers: 2n + 3, 3+ 2n​

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Answer:

2n+3

Explanation:

Since the question is asking for "a number" times 2, the first thing that is necessary in any expression is 2n. Next, since there is "3 more", 3 must be added to the 2n. Combining this gives the translation 2n+3.

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