Asked by Makayla

Create an equation modeling the scenario. Use the equation to solve for the missing number. In your final answer, include the equation and all necessary calculations.

Twice the sum of a number and seven is three times the number.


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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Let the number be x.

Equation: 2(x + 7) = 3x

Solve:
2x + 14 = 3x
14 = 3x - 2x
14 = x

Check: 2(14 + 7) = 2(21) = 42 and 3(14) = 42.

Answer: x = 14.