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The ratio of dullards to scholars was 2 to 17. If there were 38,000 people at the university, how many were scholars ?
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The ratio of dullards to scholars was 2 to 17. If there were 38,000 people at the university, how many were scholars ? Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! The ratio of dullards to scholars was 2 to 17. If there were 38,000 people at the university, how many were scholars ?
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2x + 17x = 38000
