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Question 666551: One half of a certain number is 10 more than one sixth of a number. Find the number.
Help me please..

Answer by ReadingBoosters(3246)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x = 10 + x
Multiply the entire equation by 6
3x = 10 + x
Combine like terms
3x - x = 10
2x = 10

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