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a number added to 5 is the same as twice the number. find the number

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5

Step-by-step explanation:

5 + 5 = 10

5 x 2 = 10

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As per given conditions,

[tex]x + 5 = 2x[/tex]

Now solve as normally,

[tex] = > x - 2x = - 5[/tex]

[tex] = > - x = - 5[/tex]

As negative symbol is present in both sides, they become cancelled

So,

[tex]x = 5[/tex]

Hence, the number is 5

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