Question

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

Answer 1

d) 48

Explanation:

1/6n = 4 + 1/12n

2/12n = 4 + 1/12n

subtract 1/12n from each side to get:

1/12n = 4

cross-multiply:

n = 48