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21 October, 00:40

6 was added to a certain number. this sum was then divided by 17. finally the quotient was multiplied by 2. this product came out as 2 what was the number

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  1. 21 October, 01:08
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    (You just need to work backward.)

    Original Equation (Step by step) : n + 6 = o. o/17 = p. p x 2 = 2.

    2/2 = 1 (p). 1 x 17 = 17 (o). 17 - 6 = 11 (n)

    Let's check:

    11 + 6 = 17. 17/17 = 1. 1 x 2 = 2.
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