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Think of a number, multiply it by 6 and increase the product by 7. It will equal a number, multiplied by 2 and

then increased by 6. What number is it?
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Answer:

x = -1/4

Explanation:

Step 1: Write out 1st equation

6x + 7

Step 2: Write out 2nd equation

2x + 6

Step 3: Set equal to each other

6x + 7 = 2x + 6

Step 4: Solve

4x + 7 = 6

4x = -1

x = -1/4

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