3 x 9 indicates that the minimum magnification is 3 times normal, and the maximum is 9 times normal. The last number (40) indicates a 40mm objective lens (the one furthest away from your eye). This is an indicator of the scopes ability to gather light from the environment. The larger the objective lens, the better it can gather light, and the brighter the view appears.
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