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647. One-sixth of a certain number is four more

than one-twelfth the number. Find the number. a. 6 b. 18 C. 36 d. 48
d. 40.

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The answer is D 48 I think
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Explanation:

let number be x

1/6x - 1/12x= 4

1/12x=4

cross multiply

x= 12 x 4

x= 48

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