The ratio 18

The ratio of dogs to cats at a shelter is 2 to 7. If there are 12 dogs, then how many cats are in the shelter?

Correct answer:

b =  42

Step-by-step explanation:

a:b=2:7 a=12  7a=2b  b=27 a=27 12=27 12=284=42



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