SOLUTION: Write an equation based on the sentence: A number x is five more than two times x minus three. Solve for the value of x and show work.

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Question 333808: Write an equation based on the sentence:
A number x is five more than two times x minus three.
Solve for the value of x and show work.

Answer by rfer(16322)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x+5=2x-3
x=8
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8+5=2*8-3

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