Question

Twice the sum of a number and 10 is 52. Find the number.

Answer 1

n = 16

Explanation:

With the wording given, I will put it into standard form.

2 × (
`n` + 10 ) = 52.

Now I will divide both sides by 2.

`(2\left(n+10\right))/(2)=(52)/(2)`

Simplify.

n + 10 =26

Subtract 10 from both sides.

n + 10 - 10 = 26 - 10

Simplify it for the final time.

n = 16