Question

If a number is tripled & the result is increased by 5, we get 50. Find the number.

Answer 1

Answer:

number is 15

Step-by-step explanation:

let number = x

now as given

3x+5 = 50

so 3x = 45

or x = 15

Answer 2

Answer:

The number is 15.

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the number = x

When number is tripled ,the  number is 3x

The result is increased by 5 means 5 is added to the result.

According to the question ,

3x + 5 = 50

  3x = 50 - 5

   3x = 45

    x= 45 / 3= 15