Answer:
5.5
Step-by-step explanation:
Let [tex]x[/tex] be equal to the number.
1) Convert the clues into an equation
If you double it ([tex]2x[/tex]) and subtract two ([tex]-2[/tex]), you get 9 ([tex]=9[/tex]).
[tex]2x-2=9[/tex]
2) Solve the equation
[tex]2x-2=9[/tex]
Add 2 to both sides
[tex]2x-2+2=9+2\\2x=11[/tex]
Divide both sides by 2
[tex]\frac{2x}{2}=\frac{11}{2} \\x=5.5[/tex]
Therefore, the number is 5.5.
I hope this helps!
