Please help! Natasha stole three fewer bases than twice the number Elena stole. If Natasha stole 15 bases, how many did Elena steal? step by step explanation.

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Variable - Choose a variable to represent the unknown.

Equation - Write an equation.

Solve the equation.

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x represents how much Elana stole.

x =(15*2)-3

x=27

​Yes this answer makes sense

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