Question

If the sum of a number and six is doubled, the result is two less than the number. Find the number.
X =

Answer 1

Answer:

-14

Step-by-step explanation:

let the number= X

from the statement,

(X+6)×2 = X - 2

open bracket

2X +12 = X- 2

2X-X = -2-12

X = -14