Civil Service Exam Reviewer · Word Problems · easy
Twice a number decreased by 6 is 16. What is the number?
- 5
- 22
- 11
- 8
Answer
C. 11
Solution
2x − 6 = 16 → 2x = 22 → x = 11.
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