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the given tables shows the number of shirts and pants different people own. what number correctly completes the table so that each person has the same ratio of pants to shirts​

the given tables shows the number of shirts and pants different people own. what number-example-1
User Iwein
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Answer:

He needs 15 shirts

Explanation:

We can use a ratio to solve

4 pants 6 pants

--------------- = -------------

10 shirts x shirts

Using cross products

4x = 10 *6

4x = 60

Divide each side by 4

4x/4 = 60/4

x = 15

He needs 15 shirts

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