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weighed 225 pounds. He lost 40 pounds in 4 months.

Intermediate Algebra

19th Edition

ISBN:9780998625720

Author:Lynn Marecek

Publisher:Lynn Marecek

Chapter2: Solving Linear Equations

Section2.2: Use A Problem Solving Strategy

Problem 2.43TI: Mitzi received some gourmet brownies as a gift. The wrapper said each 28% brownie was 480 calories,...

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