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2 July, 16:38

Twice the difference of a number and 2 is equal to three times the sum of the number and 9. Find the number

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  1. 2 July, 19:15
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    The value of x is equal to - 31.

    2 (x - 2) = 3 (x + 9)

    Distributive property.

    2x - 4 = 3x + 27

    Subtract 2x from both sides.

    -4 = x + 27

    Subtract 27 from both sides.

    -31 = x
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