Solving a word problem on proportions using a unit rate

MichaelMilom asked May 8, 2023

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MichaelMilom asked May 8, 2023

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Answer

13 hours

Step-by-step explanation

Milan made $135 for 9 hours of work,

For $1 made, Milan would work for 9/135 hours

Therefore, for $195 made, Milan would work for

$(9)/(135)*195=13\text{ hours}$

Cmirian answered May 14, 2023

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