Question

what can be multiplyed by 3 to equal 40

Answer 1

Let's say that the number we are looking for is called 'x'.

3 * x = 40
3x = 40

To solve for 'x', we will need to divide both sides by 3.

3x/3 = 40/3

$x = \boxed{\bf{\frac{40}{3} = 13\frac{1}{3}}}$

40/3 or 13 1/3 can be multiplied by 3 to get 40.