If 1/7 of a certain number is 4; then 1/4 of the number is _____?

If 1/7 of a certain number is 4; then 1/4 of the number is _____?

Explanation

We know that 1/7 of x is 4:

(1/7)x = 4

To find x, multiply both sides by 7:

x = 4 × 7

x = 28

Now, find 1/4 of x:

(1/4)x = (1/4) × 28

= 7