Question

A number is multiplied by 5 and the result is twice the number added to 2.find the number.​

Answer 1

Answer:2/3

Step-by-step explanation: 5x = 2x +2  

                                             5x -2x = 2

                                              3x = 2

                                               x = 2/3

                                             

Answer 2

Answer:

let's take the unknown number as X.

X × 5 = 2x + 2 )

5x = 2x + 2

5x - 2x = 2

3x = 2

x = 2/3