SOLUTION: Teresa is on her way home in her car. She has driven 12 miles so far, which is three-fourths of the way home. What is the total length of her drive?

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Question 530730: Teresa is on her way home in her car. She has driven 12 miles so far, which is three-fourths of the way home. What is the total length of her drive?
Answer by oberobic(2304) About Me  (Show Source):
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x = distance home
3/4*x = 12
3x = 48
x = 16 miles