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What is the solution of two thirds x=12

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Hi there!

To solve this problem, we need to simplify.

2/3x = 12

To isolate x, we should multiply both sides of the equation by the reciprocal of 2/3 to make x equal to a value:

Reciprocal of 2/3 = 3/2

x = 12 * 3/2
x = 18

Hope this helps!
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