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Write a proportion for the following word problem.

1. You are currently working and getting paid $12 per hour but your boss is very satisfied with your work. Your boss is willing to give you a 75% raise. Write the proportion that gives your new hourly rate.

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<12> starting number <75%> next number your new hourly rate would be higher also know as 75% more meaning the answer to how much more i would get is <12> + <75> = <87>

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