Question

The sum of 8 and a certain number is equal

to the product of the number and 3. Find
the number.

Answer 1

4

Explanation:

create an equation thus 8+x =3x

8+X=3x

collect like terms

8=3x-x

8=2x

divide both sides by 2

8/2=2x/2

X=4

Answer 2

4

Explanation:

1.) Create an equation. If we let the number be x, we get x+8=3x

2.) Solve. If you move x to the other side, we get 2x=8. Finally, by dividing by 2 on each side, we get x=4. Therefore, the number is 4.