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The weight of the of an object to is equal to 3/4 of its own weight plus 3/4 of a pound.

How much does the object weigh? Explain.

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Answer:


x=(3)/(7) lbs

Explanation:


x=(3)/(4)(x)+(3)/(4)


x+(3)/(4)(x)=(3)/(4)


(7)/(4)(x)=(3)/(4)


x=(12)/(28) =(3)/(7)lbs

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