SOLUTION: If one-fourth a number is subtracted from one-half of the number, the difference is 3. Setup an algebraic equation, find the number and check your answer

Question 127911: If one-fourth a number is subtracted from one-half of the number, the difference is 3. Setup an algebraic equation, find the number and check your answer
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
If one-fourth a number is subtracted from one-half of the number, the difference is 3. Setup an algebraic equation, find the number and check your answer
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EQUATION:
Let the number be "x":
(1/2)x - (1/4)x = 3
(1/4)x = 3
x = 12
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Cheers,
Stan H.

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