galacticdragon galacticdragon

03-09-2017
Mathematics

contestada

The sum of 17 and twice a number is 87. Find the number.

Respuesta :

texaschic101 texaschic101

03-09-2017

" the sum " means add

17 + 2x = 87
2x = 87 - 17
2x = 70
x = 70/2
x = 35 <==

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

How far something moves in a specific amount of time?

Which of the following would be the most effective long-term solution to fighting desertification in the Sahel? a. planting trees throughout the Sahel b. cons

how much is half of 2.25

What is 4.22g/cm to lbs/ft

Which sentence contains both an adverb and a conjunction? A. Lucille was a kind person, but she hated people who spread rumors. B. Lawson crept silently u

How far something moves in a specific amount of time?

For each store,what is the ratio of the number of cans to the price:24 packs (2 for 9);12 packs (4 for 10);12 packs (3 for 9)

Why does John Bigger call his painting "Give Me 2 Wings To Fly Away" ? Please help I need this fast!

find the area of a frame that measures 20 inches on each side and has a width of 3 inches

Convert 21/15 to a mixed number and reduce the fraction