SOLUTION: if a number is trebled , it gives the same result as when 28 is added to it.what is the number?

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Question 256424: if a number is trebled , it gives the same result as when 28 is added to it.what is the number?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3x=28+x
2x=28
x=14