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Find the number, if 3 1/3 of it is 10

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Answer:

3

Explanation:

User IzumiSy
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Answer:

3

Explanation:

You want a number that if it is multiplied by 3 1/3 the result will be 10. Let the number be x

3 1/3 * x = 10 Change to a mixed number

10/3 * x = 10 Multiply by 3/10

(10/3)*x * 3/10 = 10 * 3/10 Combine

x = 10*3 / 10 Simplify

x = 30/10 = 3

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