SOLUTION: nine less than one fourth of a number is 6. Find the number.

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Question 14041: nine less than one fourth of a number is 6. Find the number.
Answer by LilSkittleMd(119) About Me  (Show Source):
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9-(1/4)x=6
Subtract 9 from both sides
-1/4x=-3
Divide each side by -1/4
x=12