Question

Twice the number decreased by 22 is 48. Find the number.

Answer 1

Let the number = x

According to the question :-

$$\begin{gathered} 2x-22=48 \\ \Rightarrow 2x=48+22 \\ \Rightarrow 2x=70 \\ \Rightarrow x=70/2 \\ \Rightarrow x=35 \end{gathered}$$

Hence, the number is 35