The sum of 8 and twice a number decreased by 3 is 26. Write an equation and solve.

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Chrismclarke asked Aug 12, 2023

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The sum of 8 and twice a number decreased by 3 is 26. Write an equation and solve.

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Chrismclarke asked Aug 12, 2023

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let the number be x

8+2x-3=26

collect like terms

8-3+2x=26

5+2x=26

collect like terms

+2x=26-5

2x=21

divide both sides by 2

x=21÷2

x= 10.5

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