Question

Half of a number exceeds one-fourth of it by 9. Find the number.​

Answer 1

Answer:

36

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Answer 2

Answer:

Let the number be x

Form equation:

Half of a number exceeds one fourth of it by 9

⇒ 1/2 x - 1/4x = 9

Solve x:

1/2 x - 1/4x = 9

Combine like terms:

1/4 x = 9

Multiply by 4:

x = 36