Question

twice the number decreased by 22 is 48 ....find the answer
(statement into equation )

Answer 1

let number be x
2x-22=48
2x=48+22
2x=70
x=35

Answer 2

$2x - 22 = 48 \\ 2x = 48 + 22 \\ 2x = 70 \\ x = 35 \\ used \: algebra \: rules |$