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10 May, 11:33

Twelve pounds less than twice janes weight is 270 pounds. What is Janes weight?

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  1. 10 May, 14:04
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    Janes weight = x

    Twelve pounds less than twice janes weight is 270 pounds

    12 less than 2x is 270

    2x - 12 = 270 (add 12 to each side)

    2x = 270 + 12

    2x = 282 (divide 2 from each side)

    x = 282/2

    x = 141

    The answer is 141 pounds
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