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Amanda wants to make mashed potatoes for six people. She found a recipe which feeds three people and requires six ounces of potatoes. How many potatoes does she need?

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3 people - 6 ounces of potatoes

6 people - 12 ounces of potatoes

You are just doubling the recipe. Amanda will need 12 ounces of potatoes to feed 6 people.
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