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Think of a number. Add 8 to it. Multiply this sum by 3. The result is 48. What is the original number?
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Think of a number. Add 8 to it. Multiply this sum by 3. The result is 48. What is the original number?

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Answer:

The original number is 8.

Explanation:

(x + 8) x 3 = 48

x + 8 = 48/3

x = 16 - 8

x = 8

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