two numbers differ by three and their quotient is 3/4. the larger number is? i not get how to do this.

Answer 1

n and (n+3)

n/(n+3) = 3/4
4 n = 3 n + 9
n = 9
n+3 = 12

Answer 2

thanks very much damon :)

Answer 3

X-3/x =3/4
Multiply 4 for the left side and right x
4x-12=3x
Make it equal 0
1x - 12 =0
And solve
x=12