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Which equation is represented by the phrase "two times a number, decreased by six equals twelve"?

2x + 6 = 12
O X 6 = 12
O x + 6 = 12
2x6 =12

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Answer:

2x-6=12

Explanation:

Let the unknown number be x

2 times the number=2x

Decreased by 6=2x-6

Is equal to 12=2x-6=12

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