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13 subtracted from twice of a number gives 3.

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Let the number be x

13 is subtracted from twice of a number i.e, 2x – 13 and it results from 3

So, the equation formed is 2x – 13 = 3

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Chapter 4: Simple Equations - Exercise [Page 112]

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NCERT Exemplar Mathematics [English] Class 7
Chapter 4 Simple Equations
Exercise | Q 57. | Page 112

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