Question

twice a number increased by 5 is the same as three times the number decreased by 8. find the number.

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the no be x

Case 1: twice the no increased by 5 =2x+5

Case2: three times the no decreased by 8 =3x-8

Case1=case2 (given)

Therefore, 2x+5=3x-8

5+8=3x-2x

13=x

Answer 2

HOLA..!!

Let the number be x

A/Q,
2x + 5 = 3x - 8

=> 3x - 8 = 2x + 5

=> 3x - 2x = 5 + 8

=> x = 13


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