Hi there!
Let's break this down:
Two times a number = 2n
Increased by 5 = + 5
is 15 - = 15
Total equation:
2n + 5 = 15
Solving:
2n + 5 = 15
2n = 10
n = 5
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Answer:
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Step-by-step explanation:
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X = 10. First distribute the negative sign to (x-8) to get -x + 8. Subtract 8 from each side to get -x=-10. Divide each side by -1 to get x = 10.
-6.8^2
You can do this with a calculator or pen and paper.
With a calculator;
-6.8 squared = 46.24 (Notice that the answer is positive!)