Question

if a certain number, x, is increased by 7, it will be equal to 5 less than twice that same number, the correct equation for the above is

Answer 1

Answer:

x + 7 = 2x - 5

So, x = 12

Step-by-step explanation:

If x is increased by 7, it is (x+7)

5 less than twice the same number = (2x - 5)

Therefore, the correct equation =:

x + 7 = 2x - 5

x + 7 + 5 = 2x

x  + 12 = 2x

12 = 2x - x

x = 12