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If a number is 10 more than two-thirds of the same number, then find the number.​

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Answer:

30

Explanation:

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Let the unknown number be x.

Converting from English to Algebra, we are given the equation:


  • x = 10 + \frac23x

Solve for x by isolating the variable.

Solve for x


  • x = 10 + \frac23x Multiply everything by 3 to remove the fraction

  • 3x = 30 + 2x Subtract 2x from both sides

  • x = 30

The value of that number is 30.

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