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Question 967669: Hello I need help with this problem. Thank you.
Problem:
a/24 = 15/16
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
a/24 = 15/16
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Multiply both sides by 24 to get:
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a = 24(15/16)
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a = (240+120)/16 = 360/16 = 90/4 = 45/2 = 22.5
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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