Question

The number of cans of corn sold varies directly with the number of packages of hot dog buns sold. If 23 cans of corn sell when 6 packages of hot dog buns sell, how many cans of corn are sold if 42 packages of hot dog buns are sold?

Answer 1

161

Explanation:

23 divide by 6 = 3.83 X 42 = 161

Answer 2

161

Explanation:

So, when you divide 42 by 6 you get 7. Next you would do 23 x 7 which gives you 161.