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If one-third of one-fourth of a number is 15, then three-tenths of that number is:

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: 54

Explanation:

Problem restatement
Given (1/3) of (1/4) of N equals 15. Find (3/10) of N.


Given data

  • (1/12)N = 15

Concept/Approach
Compute N from the first relation, then take 3/10 of it.


Step-by-step calculation
N = 15 × 12 = 180 (3/10)N = (3/10) × 180 = 54


Verification/Alternative
Check: (1/12) × 180 = 15, consistent.


Final Answer
54

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