Question

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

Answer 1

x = 15

Explanation:

let the mystery number be x

40 = 3x-5

add 5 to each side

45 = 3x

divide each side by 3

15 = x

Answer 2

Answer: 15

Explanation:

Add 5 to 40, you get 45, then divide 45 by 3, you get a result of 15