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when 55 is added to a certain number and the sum is divided by 3 , the result is 4 times the original number what is the original number​

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Answer:

4.99

Explanation:

i cant remember how i got 4.99 but can show u how to check

= 55 + 4.99 = 59.99

59.99 divide 3 = 19.99666667

= 19.99666667 divide 4 (working in reverse as it says 4 times the orig no.)

= 4.99 (was rounded)

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