(2/3)*Cost = $18
Multiply both sides of the equation by 3/2:
Cost = $18*(3/2) = _____
Katelyn S.
asked • 01/26/16Question below
Your cousin gave your $18 with which to buy a present. This covered 2/3 of the cost. how much did the present cost?
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Bobby Y. answered • 01/26/16
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If x= cost of present
(2/3) * x = 18
2x = 54
x=27
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