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Let's set up the equation based on the information given:
(-3)(w + 9) = -15
Now, let's simplify the equation:
-3w - 27 = -15
Next, add 27 to both sides to isolate -3w:
-3w = 12
Now, divide by -3 to solve for w:
w = -4
Therefore, the number is -4.