document.write( "<A HREF=/cgi-bin/jump-to-question.mpl?question=1197791>Question 1197791</A>: <I><SPAN STYLE=\"word-break: break-all;\"> The ratio of the weight of an object on earth to an object on Planet X is 3 to 11. If a person weighs 160 pounds on earth find his weight on Planet X </SPAN>\n" );
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document.write( "It is not necessary to write an algebraic equation showing the proportion and solve the equation to get the answer.  However, that method of solving the problem might be preferred by some students.<br><BR>\n" );
document.write( "An alternative method is simply to multiply the weight on earth by the given ratio:<br><BR>\n" );
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document.write( "ANSWER: 1760/3 pounds, or 586 2/3 pounds<br><BR>\n" );
document.write( "Practice using both methods (and any other method you might see) and find the one that \"works\" for you.<br><BR>\n" );
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