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Solving a word problem on proportions using a unit rate
Manuel made $176 for 11 hours of work.
At the same rate, how many hours would he have to work to make $128?
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Answer:

8 hours

Explanation:

Given: $176 per 11 hours
So every hour she makes $16
to find how many hours multiply $128 by the rate
(1h/$16) x $128
$128 / $16/hr
= 8h

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11 hours x
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