Question

How much medicine should he add to the food?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Paul should give 18 teaspoons of medicine to his dog.

Step-by-step explanation:

It is stated in the question that for every 12 pounds, 3 teaspoons of medicine is to be given to the dog.

This implies that:

12 pounds = 3 teaspoons

1 pound = 3/12 teaspoons

             = 1/4 teaspoons                       ( by cross multiplication )

72 pounds = 1/4 * 72 teaspoons

                  = 18 teaspoons

Hence, Paul should add 18 teaspoons of medicine to his dog's food.