Question

Two fewer than a number doubled is the same as the number decreased by 38. Find the number.

If n is "the number," which equation could be used to solve for the number?

2(n - 2) = n - 38
2n - 2 = n - 38
2(n - 2) = n + 38

Answer 1

first equation is ur answer

2(n - 2) = n - 38