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4/10 of what number is 316

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Answer:

So, 4/10 of 790 is 316.

Explanation:

To find the number, you can set up the equation:


(4)/(10)x=316\\

Now solve for x

Multiply both sides of the equation by 10/4 to isolate x


x= 316((10)/(4) )\\\\ x= 316((5)/(2) )\\\\x=316(2.5)\\\\x= 790

So, 4/10 of 790 is 316.

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