SOLUTION: the sum of 4 and the quotient of a number k and 9 is 12

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Question 346865: the sum of 4 and the quotient of a number k and 9 is 12
Found 2 solutions by rfer, ewatrrr:
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
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k/9+4=12
k/9=8
k=8*9
k=72

Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Hi,
* Note:Number is represented by "k"
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The question states the following is true
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Write as you Read
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4%2B%28k%2F9%29+=+12
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Simplify and Solve for k
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%28k%2F9%29+=+8
k+=+72
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check your answer:
4 + 8 = 12