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Question
In a computer lab, there are 3 computers for every 6 students. How many computers will be needed for 24 students?
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Solution
For 6 students, number of computers required = 3
∴ For 1 student, number of computers required = `3/6 =1/2`
∴ For 24 students, number of computers required =`24xx1/2`= 12
Hence, 12 computers are required for 24 students
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