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8 April, 13:25

1/3 of a number is 12 less than the number itself

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  1. 8 April, 14:41
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    Let "x" be a substitute for "a number"

    1/3 (x) = x-12 Multiply by 3

    x=3x-36 Get n onto the same side of the equation

    2x=36 Divide by 2

    x=18

    That's your answer.
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