SOLUTION: I really struggle with these. Four thirds of a number is 4.82, what is the number?

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Question 654696: I really struggle with these.
Four thirds of a number is 4.82, what is the number?
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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(4/3)x = 4.82

4x = 4.82*3

4x = 14.46

x = 14.46/4

x = 3.615