SOLUTION: a contractor charges $200 to build 20 feet of sidewalk. at this rate,how many feet can be built for $500?

Question 635137: a contractor charges $200 to build 20 feet of sidewalk. at this rate,how many feet can be built for $500?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

 

Hi,

a contractor charges $200 to build 20 feet of sidewalk. 

at this rate,how many feet can be built for $500?

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