SOLUTION: what is the algebraic expression for a third of a number n

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Question 779544: what is the algebraic expression for a third of a number n

Answer by fcabanski(1391) About Me  (Show Source):
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A third means the number divided by 3, or multiplied by 1/3.


A third of n is (1/3)*n or n/3.