Question

The difference between 55 and twice an
unknown number, x, is 95. Find X.

Answer 1

Solution:

Expression:

`55 - 2x = 95`

Collect like terms:

`- 2x = 95 - 55`

`- 2x = 40`

Divide both sides by
`- 2`

`( - 2x)/( - 2) = (40)/( - 2)`

Therefore:
`x = - 20`

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