Question

Two fewer than a number doubled is the same as the number decreased by 38. Find the number.

If n is "the number," which equation could be used to solve for the number?

a. 2(n - 2) = n - 38

b.2n - 2 = n - 38

c.2(n - 2) = n + 38

Answer 1

The answer is B. 2n - 2 = n - 38

Answer 2

its B BECAUSE YOU DO ONE SIDE THEN THE OTHER