SOLUTION: A man loses 13 pounds in 4 months. At this rate, how many pounds will he lose in 18 months?

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Question 1141863: A man loses 13 pounds in 4 months. At this rate, how many pounds will he lose in 18 months?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
SIMPLE PROPORTION!

13%2F4=x%2F18

x=%2813%2F4%29%2A18
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