Question 626155
You have the correct translation. Let's solve for x to find the unknown number.


{{{5x=2x+24}}} Start with the given equation.



{{{5x-2x=24}}} Subtract {{{2x}}} from both sides.



{{{3x=24}}} Combine like terms on the left side.



{{{x=(24)/(3)}}} Divide both sides by {{{3}}} to isolate {{{x}}}.



{{{x=8}}} Reduce.



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Answer:


So the solution is {{{x=8}}} 


Therefore the unknown number is 8.

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