SOLUTION: In a recent fundraiser, Daniela sold 5 less than twice as many coupon books as Andrew. Together, they sold a total of 28 coupon books. How many did Daniela sell? 2x-5=28 2x-5

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Question 1168308: In a recent fundraiser, Daniela sold 5 less than twice as many coupon books as Andrew. Together, they sold a total of 28 coupon books. How many did Daniela sell?
2x-5=28
2x-5+5=28+5
2x=33
x= 16.5

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