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One number is six less than two times another. If their sum is increased by two, the result is fourteen. Find the numbers.

One number is six less than two times another. If their sum is increased by two, the result is fourteen. Find the numbers.
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One number is six less than two times another. If their sum is increased by two, the result is fourteen. Find the numbers.

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Answer:

2x-6+2=14

Explanation:

2x-6+2=14

2x-4=14

2x=14-4

2x=10

x=5

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