Class 6 · Olympiad Prep

A number is doubled, then 6 is subtracted, giving 20. What was the original number?

  • A.10
  • B.12
  • C.13 ✓
  • D.14
Explanation: Reverse the steps: 20 + 6 = 26, then 26 ÷ 2 = 13.

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