Class 6 · Olympiad Prep

I think of a number, add 8, then multiply by 3. The result is 45. What is my number?

  • A.5
  • B.6
  • C.7 ✓
  • D.9
Explanation: Reverse the operations: 45 ÷ 3 = 15, then 15 − 8 = 7.

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