Question

Five less than 3 times a number is -20. Find the number,​

Answer 1

According to the question,

5 - 3x = -20

=> -3x = -25

Therefore, x = 25/3

Answer 2

Answer:

Let the number be x

3x-5=-20

3x=-20+5

3x=-15

x=-15÷3

x=-5