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Let's assume the number to be x.

Now, as per the question : 5 + 4x = 2x - 3

Now, as we take all contants on RHS and the x variable terms on LHS we get:

2x= -8 ==> x = -4

So, the required number is -4 !

Cross Check by substitution of value: 5 + 4(-4) = 2(-4) - 3 = -11

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