Question

The product of three and a number equals the sum of 16 and a number. find the number

Answer 1

Answer:

n = 8

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

Set up the equation.

3n = n + 16

Step 2: Solve for n

1. Subtract n on both sides:                    2n = 16
2. Divide 2 on both sides:                       n = 8