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algebra

A number is doubled, then 5 is subtracted, result is 15. What is the number?

A

10

B

20

C

7.5

D

5

Correct Answer: A

Choice Choice B is the correct answer.

  1. Equation: 2x5=152x - 5 = 15
  2. Add 5: 2x=202x = 20
  3. Divide by 2: x=10x = 10

Choice Choice D is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice B is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice C is incorrect because calculation error.