SOLUTION: We are studying problem solving with Algebra math 116 the questions are 1. The sum of 6 and twice a number is equal to four times the number, what is the number? I got 2n-6=4n

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We are studying problem solving with Algebra math 116 the questions are
1. The sum of 6 and twice a number is equal to four times the number, what is the number? I got 2n-6=4n but do not know how to solve
2. If 6 is subtracted from three times a number, the difference is twice the number. What is the number I got 3n-6=2n( i don't think i set that up right) but anyway thank for your consideration in my two questions This question is from textbook mathematics its power and utility

Answer by checkley71(8403) About Me  (Show Source):
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1) 6+2x=4x
2x-4x=-6
-2x=-6
x=-6/-2
x=3 answer.
3x-6=2x
3x-2x=6
x=6 answer.