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1/3 of 72 = 1/4 of what number?

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Answer:

The value of the number is 96

Explanation:

To solve this, set it up as an equation in which the term "of" is replaced by multiplication.

1/3 * 72 = 1/4 * x

24 = 1/4x

96 = x

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