Question

If you multiply a number by 3 and then subtract 5, you will get 40. what is the number?

Answer 1

15

(3x15)=45

45-5=40
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Answer 2

Number = 15.

Explanation:

Given : If you multiply a number by 3 and then subtract 5, you will get 40.

To find : what is the number.

Solution : We have given if you multiply a number by 3 and then subtract 5, you will get 40.

According to question :

Let the number = x

Multiply is with 3 = 3x

Subtract 5 from it we get 40 .

3x -5 = 40

On adding both sides by 5

3x = 45 .

On dividing both sides by 3

x = 15.

Therefore, Number = 15.