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Sam and Paul started a business. Their investments were in the ratio 6 : 7, respectively. How much did Paul invest if Sam's investment was $828?

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$966

Explanation:

6/7 = 828/x

Write a proportion.

6x = 7(828) Use cross products.

6x = 5796 Multiply.

x = 966 Divide both sides by 6.

Paul's investment was $966.

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