Question

One number is seven less than two times another. If their sum is decreased by four, the result is one. Find the numbers.

Answer 1

(2n + k) - 7

Explanation:

1. Let ''a number'' be presented as n

2. ''twice a number'' → 2 n

3. ''twice a number and k'' → 2n + k

4. 7 less than twice a number → (2h + k) - 7

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