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Translate and simplify "six less than twice the sum

Of a number and three.
I was not sure how to set it up
Is it
2(x+3)-6
Or would it be set up
2x+3-6
I can solve it once I know how to set up the equation.
Confused. Thanks for your help

1 answer

The first alternative seems correct from your data.
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