The Mystery Number

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A number is multiplied by 3 and then 8 is added to the result. If the final answer is 35, what is the original number?

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  1. Rithvik16 August 2024 at 10:11

    Let the original number be x.
    Multiply x by 3: 3x.
    Add 8 to the result: 3x + 8.
    Set up the equation: 3x + 8 = 35.
    Subtract 8 from both sides: 3x = 27.
    Divide by 3: x = 9.
    So, the original number is 9.

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