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Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
We assume the given ratios are proportional. I find it easiest to write the proportion with the unknown in the numerator.
a) dollars/ounces = x/17 = 7/20
Multiply by the inverse of the coefficient of x to solve.
x = 17(7/20) = 5.95 . . . dollars
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b) bushels/acres = x/9.6 = 225/3
x = 9.6(225/3) = 720 . . . bushels
