SOLUTION: The result of multiplying a number by 3 and subtracting 5 is the same as doubling the number and adding 9 what is the number

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Question 1100914: The result of multiplying a number by 3 and subtracting 5 is the same as doubling the number and adding 9 what is the number
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3x - 5 = 2x + 9

x = 9 + 5 = 14.

Answer. 14.