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5 I think of a number x. If I subtract the number 7 from it, I get the same answer as if I double it and add 3. Find the value of x.​

User Jake Jackson
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Answer:

x = -10

Explanation:

the equation will be;

x - 7 = 2x + 3

- 7 - 3 = 2x - x

- 10 = 1x

x = -10

User John S Perayil
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