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Write an expression to represent Royce's weight if she is three pounds more than twice Ted's weight. If Ted weighs 30 pounds, how much does Royce weigh?

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Answer: 63 pounds

Explanation:

Given

Royce's weight is 3 pounds more than twice ted's weight

The weight of ted is 30 pounds

So, the weight of Royce is
2* 30+3 pounds i.e.
63 pounds

Suppose, if the weight of Ted is x then, the weight of Royce is
2x+3

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