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Paul can type 60 words per minute and Jennifer can type 80 words per minute. How does Paul’s typing speed compare to Jennifer’s

User ASemy
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Jennifer can type 1/3 faster than Paul
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Paul can type at 75% the speed of Jennifer

User Blaine
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I'm not certain how exactly this question is supposed to be answered.

If it wants a ratio, Paul and Jennifer's speeds would be in a ratio of 3:4.

It also could be Paul types 20 words per minute slower than Jennifer.

It could be Paul types 33% slower than Jennifer.

Another answer could be Paul's typing speed is 3/4ths of Jennifer's typing speed.

Feel free to ask any further questions.
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