SOLUTION: A copy machine makes 32 copies per minute. How long does it take to make 112 copies?

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Question 796618: A copy machine makes 32 copies per minute. How long does it take to make 112 copies?
Answer by waynest(281) About Me  (Show Source):
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minutes = x
32/1min = 112/x
32 * x = 1(112)
32x = 112
32x/32 = 112/32
x = 3.5 minutes