SOLUTION: Bob traveled 90 miles which was 83 1/3 % of his trip. How many miles did he still have to go?

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Question 1103505: Bob traveled 90 miles which was 83 1/3 % of his trip. How many miles did he still have to go?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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(.83 1/3)*x=90
x=90/(.83334)=108
108-90=18 miles