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Explain how to solve the proportion problem given.

John went to the store and bought 4 cans of green beans for $1.80. How much money would it cost for 9 cans of green beans?
(explain how to solve and then solve)

User Derryck
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Answer:

4.05

Explanation:

1.80/4 to find the cost of each can =.45

.45 x 9 = 4.05

User Michael Ohlrogge
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Answer: 4.05

Step-by-step explanation: You have to divide 1.80 by 4 which is .45 then times .45 with 9

User Speakman
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