In one year, Michael read 18 books. This was four fewer than twice the number of books that Jeff read. How many books did Jeff read?

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asked Oct 19, 2021 46.3k views

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Aelsheikh · Answer 1 · 2021-10-23T06:05:21+0000

Answer:

Jeff read 11 books

Explanation:

Michael read 18 books

Jeff read J books

18 = 2 * J - 4

Multiply

18 = 2J - 4

Add 4 to both sides

22 = 2J

J = 11

Jeff read 11 books

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