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provisions for 630 men to last for 25 days. How many men must be transferred to another camp so that the food lasts for 30 days?​

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Answer:

105

Explanation:

25 days = Food for 630 men

30 days = x (Inverse variation)

30 * x = 630 * 25

x = 630 * 25/30

= 21 * 25

= 525 men.

630 - 525 = 105 men.

Therefore, 105 men must be transferred to another camp so that the food lasts for 30 days.

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