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Three out of every five pairs of socks in a package are brown. The rest are black. First, complete the model

shown for each question using the ratio given. Then, calculate your answer from the model and explain you
reasoning.
How many pairs of socks are brown in a package of 10 pairs of socks?

Three out of every five pairs of socks in a package are brown. The rest are black-example-1

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Answer:

6 brown socks are in a package of 10 pairs of socks

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