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24 May, 14:07

Five times a number decreased by nine is equal to twice the number increased by 23. Which equation could be used to solve the

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  1. 24 May, 15:02
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    Step-by-step explanation:

    Let the number be x

    five times a number = 5x

    Five times a number decreased by nine = 5x - 9

    Twice the number increase by 23 = 2x + 23

    5x - 9 = 2x + 23

    5x - 2x = 23 + 9

    3x = 32

    x = 32/3
  2. 24 May, 17:31
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    5*x-9=2^x+23 i think ...
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