Question 1202899
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Twelve widgets of one size weigh x grams. Nine widgets of another size weigh y grams. 
If y > x, what is the weight, in grams, of one of the heavier types of widgets?
A) 12x
B) 9y
C) 3/4
D) x/12
E) y/9
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One widget of the 1st type weights  {{{x/12}}}  grams.

One widget of the 2nd type weights  {{{y/9}}}  grams


Since y > x,  it is obvious that  {{{y/9}}} > {{{x/12}}}.


In other words, one widget of the 2nd type is heavier than one widget of the 1st type.


<U>ANSWER</U>. the weight of one of the heavier type of widgets is  {{{y/9}}}  grams (option E).
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Solved, with explanations.


The post-solution note: this problem is to use, to apply and to develop your common sense.