Write the Equation

question 81

Multiple Choice

Write the equation. Let x be the unknown number. Twelve is 7 less than twice a number.

• A) 12 = 7 - 2x
• B) 12 = 7 < 2x
• C) 12 = 2x + 7
• D) 12 = 2x - 7
• E) 12 = 2(7 - x)

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