To solve for N, we'll start by isolating N on one side of the equation.
Starting with the equation:
24 = 3(n - 5)
Expanding the parentheses:
24 = 3n - 15
Adding 15 to both sides of the equation:
24 + 15 = 3n
39 = 3n
Dividing both sides of the equation by 3:
39 / 3 = 3n / 3
13 = n
Therefore, N = 13.