If 9000 plus 16 2/3 percent of a certain number equals 10500, what is that number?
Explanation
Given the equation 9000 + 16 2/3% of x = 10500, convert 16 2/3% to the fraction 50/3%. This means (50/3)/100 × x = 1500. Simplifying, x = 1500 × 6 = 9000.
Given the equation 9000 + 16 2/3% of x = 10500, convert 16 2/3% to the fraction 50/3%. This means (50/3)/100 × x = 1500. Simplifying, x = 1500 × 6 = 9000.