Suppose 2 adults produce 63.4 lb of garbage in one week. At this rate, how many pounds will 60 adults produce in one week? 60 adults will produce lb of garbage in one week.
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To find the amount of garbage produced by 1 adult in one week, divide the total amount of garbage produced by 2 adults by 2. 63.4 lb / 2 = 31.7 lb Show more…
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