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One-half of a number decreased by two-thirds is two

less than one-fifth of the number. Find the number.

User Pikzen
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Answer:

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Explanation:

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User JoelPrz
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Answer:

n = -40/9

Explanation:

Let n = the number

(1/2)n - 2/3 = (1/5)n - 2

Multiply both sides by 30, which will get rid of the fractions.

15n - 20 = 6n - 60

9n = -40

n= -40/9

Hope this helps.

User Luis Elizondo
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