Question

If a number is increased by 6 and
the result is multiplied by 8, the product
is 168. Find the original no.​

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the number be x

(x+6)8=168

x+6=168/8

x+6=21

x=21-6

x=15

15 is the original number

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Answer 2

Let the number be x

Then,

x+6×8=168

x+6=168/8

x+6=21

x=21-6

x=15

The original number is 15.