Question

If twice a certain number is diminished by five, the result is equal to twelve added to the number. Find the number: . (A) 18
(B) 16
(C) 15
(D) 17​

Answer 1

Answer:

Let the number be P

According to question :

2P - 5 = P + 12

2P - P = 12 + 5

P = 17

Therefore option D is correct 17

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Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

let the no. be x

= 2x – 5 = x+12

= 2x – x = 5+12

=> x =17