Start with an equation.
Nine less... so -9
3 times a number = 3x
Greater than 40 is >40
So put together is 3x-9>40
When solving I imaging the greater than sign as an equal sign. Less confusing.
3x-9=40
3x=49
x>49/3
Step-by-step explanation:

It can be variety of problems but a x and y plot would be ideal demonstration as you need to make a hypothesis of what you think the pattern for it is then use it for each x and y problem through put the plot
Just subtract the number infront of missing number to the opposing number