Question

Twice a number increased by 17 gives 51. Find the number.

Answer 1

$\textbf {Hey there, here is the solution.}$

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STEP 1: Define x:

Let the number be x

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STEP 2: Form equation:

Twice a number increased by 17 gives 51

⇒ 2x + 17 = 51

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STEP 3: Solve x:

2x + 17 = 51

2x = 51 - 17

2x = 34

x = 17

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Answer: The number is 17.

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Answer 2

Let the number be x
twice a number =2x
A. T. Q
2x +17=51
2x=51-17
2x=34
x=34/2
x=17