Question

1. \the difference between twice a number and 41 is -23.\

Explanation:

Step1: Define the number

Let the number be $x$.

Step2: Translate the statement to equation

$2x - 41 = -23$

Step3: Solve for $x$

Add 41 to both sides: $2x = -23 + 41 = 18$
Divide by 2: $x = \frac{18}{2} = 9$

Answer:

9