Question

If 64 is added to a number, the result is 40 less than three times the number. Find the number.

Answer 1

52

Explanation:

Let the required number be x.

According to the given description:

x + 64 = 3x - 40

64 + 40 = 3x - x

104 = 2x

x = 104/2

x = 52

Thus, the required number is 52.