SOLUTION: I have 4 numbers: 2/3, 5/8, 6, 6. I can only use those numbers and I can not make them into decimals. I need to make 24. How can I do this?

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Question 64766: I have 4 numbers: 2/3, 5/8, 6, 6. I can only use those numbers and I can not make them into decimals. I need to make 24. How can I do this?
Answer by Edwin McCravy(20054) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I have 4 numbers: 2/3, 5/8, 6, 6. I can only use 
those numbers and I can not make them into decimals. 
I need to make 24. How can I do this?

You don't need the 5/8.  Without using it you have 
(2/3)×(6×6) = 24.
If you have to use the 5/8, post again.

Edwin