Question

For history class, Joe spent 2 hours writing a 4-page report on ancient Egypt. This weekend, he needs to write a 12-page report on the Roman Empire.

If he writes at the same rate, how long will it take Joe to write his report?

Answer 1

the answer is 6

Explanation:

Answer 2

2hours/4pages

2/4=1/2

1/2=x/12

cross multiply

12=2x

divide by 2 both sides

6=x

6 hours