SOLUTION: Two thirds of a number reduced by 11 is equal to four more than a number

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Question 531704: Two thirds of a number reduced by 11 is equal to four more than a number
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2/3*x-11 = x+4
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Multiply both sides by 3 to eliminate the fraction.
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3(2/3x-11) = 3(x+4)
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2x -33 = 3x + 12
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-x = 45
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x = -45
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Check this answer.
2/3*x = 2/3(-45) = -30
-30-11 = -41
-45 + 4 = =41
Correct.
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Answer: The number is -45.
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Done.