SOLUTION: If the weight of a package is multiplied by 3/4 the result is 57 pounds. Find the weight of the package.

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Question 818239: If the weight of a package is multiplied by 3/4 the
result is 57 pounds. Find the weight of the package.
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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If the weight of a package is multiplied by 3/4 the
result is 57 pounds. Find the weight of the package.
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Let the weight of the package be "x":
Equation:
(3/4)x = 57 lbs
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x = (4/3)57 = 4*19 = 76
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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