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When 3 is taken from five times a certain number, the result is the same as adding 6 to twice the number. Find this number​

When 3 is taken from five times a certain number, the result is the same as adding 6 to twice the number. Find this number​
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When 3 is taken from five times a certain number, the result is the same as adding 6 to twice the number. Find this number​

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User Brady Maf
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Answer:

3

Explanation:

5x-3=6+2x

5x-2x=6+3

3x=9

x=3

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