Question

Write the proportion then solve for the variable 20 oz at $7.17oz at y dollars?

Answer 1

(Remember to keep the ounces on the same side of the proportion)
\[20oz/$7=17oz/$y\]
Cross multiply: \[20y=119\]
Divide both sides by 20: \[5.95=y\]
Answer: 17 ounces costs $5.95

Answer 2

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Answer 3

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