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1 2/3 yards of chain cost 9.00.
How much money for 1 yard

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Answer: $5.40

Explanation:

1 and 2/3 yards costs $9

5/3 yards costs $9 <--- changes 1 and 2/3 to improper

5 * 1/3 yards costs $9 <---- 5/3 = 5 * 1/3

1/3 yard costs $9/5 = $1.80 <--- divides the ratio by 5

1 yard costs $1.80 * 3 = $5.40

User MahlerFive
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Alright nevermind, imma delete this answer.

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