Question

If five less than twice of a number is 35, find the number.

• A. 10
• B. 15
• C. 20
• D. 25

Answer 1

The correct option is C 20

Let the number = x
Twice of the number = 2x
Five less than twice of the number = 2x - 5
So, 2x - 5 = 35
Add 5 on both the sides
2x - 5 + 5 = 35 + 5
2x = 40
Divide both the sides by 2
x = 20
So, the number is 20.