Question

When 3 is subtracted from 2 times a number the result is 7. what is the number?​

Answer 1

5

Explanation:

2x-3= 7

or, 2x=7+3

or,x=10÷2

or x= 5

Answer 2

Answer: x = -2

Explanation:

3 - 2x = 7

(subtract 3 from both sides)

-2x = 4

(divide by -2 on both sides)

x = -2