Question

Set up an equation and solveTwo-thirds of numbers equals one half.

Answer 1

Two thirds = fraction = 2/3

A number = x

one half = also a fraction = 1/2

equation:

2/3x=1/2

Solve:

multiply both sides by 3/2

3/2 (2/3x) = 1/2 (3/2)

x = 3/4