If 2x + 3 = 15, what is x?
Category: Math · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Isolate x by performing operations on the equation.
Answer
6
Explanation
Solving gives x = (15 - 3) / 2 = 6.
This is a medium math riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is 6.
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