SOLUTION: Write an equation and solve: If the weight of a package is multiplied by 5/7 the result is 40.5 pounds. Find the weight of the package

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Question 1009388: Write an equation and solve:
If the weight of a package is multiplied by 5/7 the result is 40.5 pounds. Find the weight of the package
Answer by macston(5194) About Me  (Show Source):
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W=weight of package
%285%2F7%29W=%2840.5%29lbs
W=%287%2F5%29%28%2840.5%29lbs%29
W=%2856.7%29lbs