One third the sum of 13 and a certain number is the same as one more than twice the number find out the number ?

One third the sum of 13 and a certain number is the same as one more than twice the number find out the number ?

A 6

B 2

C 5

D 3

Solution

Correct Answer: Option B

1/3 (13 + x) = 1 + 2x

=> 13 + x = 3 + 6x

=> 5x = 10

x = 2