Directions: Set up and solve an equation for each The product of 7 and a number, increased by 3 is equal to twice the number, subtracted from 39. Find the number.

Solution

Solution

The number : 4

Solution steps

Represent the number with

x

A.T.Q.:

7 x + 3 = 39 - 2 x

Solve for

x, 7 x + 3 = 39 - 2 x : x = 4

The number : 4

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