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  • 01-09-2019
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Two thirds of a number is 16 what is the number?

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  • 01-09-2019

Answer:

x=24

Step-by-step explanation:

We can set up an equation:

2/3 * x = 16

Multiplying both sides by the reciprocal of 2/3 to isolate the variable, we get

3/2 * 2/3 * x = 16* 3/2

1*x=24

x=24

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  • 01-09-2019
The answer to the question is 24.
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