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Elwin is attempting to read a 480 page book in 28 days. He reads the first 60 pages in 4 days. At this rate, will he finish the book in time

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Answer: No

Step-by-step explanation: 60 pages in 4 days is equal to 15 pages in 1 day. If he sticks to this pattern, he will finish the book in 32 days, so he won’t meet his 28 day goal in time.

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