Question

Twice a number decreased by 22 is 48. Find the number

Answer 1

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Let the number be x

According to the statement

equation is,

2x-22=48

2x=48+22

2x=70

x=70/2

x=35

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The number is 35.

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Answer 2

Solution ↓

Let the number be a, then twice of number :-

2a

Then, it is decreased by 22 :-

2a - 22

And, According to Question :-

2a - 22 = 48

2a = 48 + 22

2a = 70

a = $\frac{70}{2}$

a = 35

Therefore, the value of a = 35

Check ↓

2a - 22 = 48

2(35) - 22 = 48

70 - 22 = 48

48 = 48

Therefore, our answer is correct.

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