Irene is N years old. If Tom is twice as old, which of the following algebraic statements shows his age now? A. 2n B. 2n + x C. 2 - n D. n - 2

Hill asked Oct 16, 2022

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Irene is N years old. If Tom is twice as old, which of the following algebraic statements shows his age now?

A. 2n
B. 2n + x
C. 2 - n
D. n - 2

Hill asked Oct 16, 2022

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Step-by-step explanation:

The n is a placeholder for a number. Writing 2n means we multiply by 2.

For example, if Irene is n = 20 years old, then Tom is 2n = 2*20 = 40 years old.

Sethobrien answered Oct 21, 2022

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