The difference between 1/3 of a certain number and 1/4 of the same number is 3. what is that number?

Ynv asked Jul 26, 2022

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Ynv asked Jul 26, 2022

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Answer:

Explanation:

(1/3)x - (1/4)x = 3

multiply by 12 to clear the fraction

4x - 3x = 36

x = 36

Amedee Van Gasse answered Jul 30, 2022

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