Nine less than twice a number is the same as five times the number

Robert Panzer asked Jan 13, 2022

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Robert Panzer asked Jan 13, 2022

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14 votes

Answer:

- 3

Explanation:

2x - 9 = 5x

- 9 = 5x - 2x

-9 = 3x

-9/3 = x

x = -3

Rafael Croffi answered Jan 19, 2022

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