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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Twice the sum of a number and negative two is sixteen. Find the number.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

2(x-2)=16 (that's what the problem would be in symbols)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

So now divide both sides by 2 (x-2)=8 and add 2 x = 10

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Thats what I got once you applied the symbols, thank you!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

No problem! It's all about breaking down what the problem is asking.

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