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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §8.9 Use Direct and Inverse Variation · Exercise 172 · Algebra · Rational expressions

Use Direct and Inverse Variation · Exercise 172

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Josh can split a truckload of logs in 8 hours, but working with his dad they can get it done in 3 hours. How long would it take Josh’s dad working alone to split the logs?

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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §8.9 Use Direct and Inverse Variation · Exercise 172

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