SOLUTION: The area of Danielle's garden is one-twelfth the area of her entire yard. The area of the garden is 10 square feet. Ley y represent the area of the yard. FInd the area of the yard.

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Question 284021: The area of Danielle's garden is one-twelfth the area of her entire yard. The area of the garden is 10 square feet. Ley y represent the area of the yard. FInd the area of the yard.
Answer by JBarnum(2146) About Me  (Show Source):
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g= area of garden=10
y= area of yard= %281%2F12%29g
so y=%281%2F12%29g
substitute 10 for g
y=%281%2F12%2910
solve for y
y=10%2F12=highlight%285%2F6%29