Add 5 eights to the number 9.
9
The sum of 5 eights and 9 is 9 + 5*8 = 9 + 40 = 49
Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request.

### Instruction:
Add 5 eights to the number 9.

### Response:
The sum of 5 eights and 9 is 9 + 5*8 = 9 + 40 = 49