Question 283261: Trying to help my son. I am not sure if I am doing it correct. Problem: Five more than twice a number is -13. find the number Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! 2 times a number + 5 = -13
Subtract 5 from both sides
2 times a number = -18
Divide by 2
a number = -9
that's it.
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2n + 5 = -13
2n = -18
n = -9
