SOLUTION: Twice a number is increased by one third the same number. The result is 42. find the number
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Question 451375: Twice a number is increased by one third the same number. The result is 42. find the number
Answer by jorel1380(3719) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2x+1/3x=42
2-1/3x=42
7/3x=42
7x=126
x=18..
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