SOLUTION: I have another question that requires help The maximum number of grams of fat (F) that should be in a diet varies directly as a person's weight (w). A person weighing 129 lb sho

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The maximum number of grams of fat (F) that should be in a diet varies directly as a person's weight (w). A person weighing 129 lb should have no more than 86 g of fat per day. What is the maximum daily fat intake for a person weighing 114 lb?
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The maximum number of grams of fat (F) that should be in a diet varies directly as a person's weight (w).
A person weighing 129 lb should have no more than 86 g of fat per day.
What is the maximum daily fat intake for a person weighing 114 lb?
:
Write a ratio equation: let x = 114 lb person fat max
=
Cross multiply
129x = 114 * 86
129x = 9804
x =
x = 76 grams of the good stuff
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