Five less than twice a number is equal to one half the difference of three times the number and 13. Find the number

Answer: x = - 23

Step-by-step explanation:

2x - 5 = 1/2 (3x - 13) multiple 1/2 to 3 & 13

2x - 5 = 1. 5x - 6.5 subtract 1.5x to both sides

0.5x - 5 = - 6.5 add 5 to both sides

0.5x = - 11.5 divid 0.5

x = - 23