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"Seven less than
twice a number
İS 5

User Deep Sharma
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Answer:

In explanation.

Explanation:

Let "a number" be represented by n.

"twice a number" →2n.

"twice a number and k" →2n+k.

"7 less than twice a number and k" →(2h+k)−7.

Complete form.

2x-7=5

2x=12

x=12/2

x=6

Simplified form.

2x-7=5

2x=12

x=6

Hope this helps.

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Answer:

x=6

Explanation:

2x-7=5

2x=12

x=6

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