SOLUTION: The cost of fish has increased in the ratio of 9:7. If the original cost was R5.60 per kg, what is the new price?

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Question 1089654: The cost of fish has increased in the ratio of 9:7. If the original cost was R5.60 per kg, what is the new price?
Answer by ikleyn(52908) About Me  (Show Source):
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R 5.60*(9/7) = R 7.20.