SOLUTION: When 3 is multiplied by the sum of 7 and a number, the result is 48. Find the number. I am stuck on this question. Please answer me as quick as possible!!!!

Question 722583: When 3 is multiplied by the sum of 7 and a number, the result is 48. Find the number.
I am stuck on this question. Please answer me as quick as possible!!!!

Found 2 solutions by ankor@dixie-net.com, sheldonbbtrocks:
Answer by ankor@dixie-net.com(22740) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
When 3 is multiplied by the sum of 7 and a number, the result is 48.
Find the number.
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Just write an equation for what it says:
3(n+7) = 48
divide both sides by 3
n + 7 = 16
Subtract 7 from both sides and you got it.
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Check it in the original equation by replacing n with your solution
Answer by sheldonbbtrocks(115) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
n=9
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