The machine will sort 11050 packages when it is operating at 85% capacity.
To solve this question, we have to find the rate at which the machine is operating at 85% capacity.
Data;
- 13,000 at 100%
- x at 85%
This is used to compare two values with respect to one another mostly under similar conditions.
cross multiply both sides and solve for x
The machine will sort 11050 packages when it is operating at 85%
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