SOLUTION: If 6 machines can make 1000 bottles in 40 minutes, then how many minutes will it take if 2 machines are added?

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Question 598521: If 6 machines can make 1000 bottles in 40 minutes, then how many minutes will it take if 2 machines are added?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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If 6 machines can make 1000 bottles in 40 minutes, then
1 machine can make 1000 bottles in +6%2A40+=+240+ minutes ( 6 times as long )
If 8 machines are used, it will take 1/8 of that time, or
+240%2F8+=+30+ min
If 2 machines are added, it will take 30 minutes to make 1000 bottles