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I use this method for the "variable in answer" question type:

Pick numbers

Q=3
so cans/min = 1
R=5

so 45 mins/5gallons = 9 gallons

Now plug Q and R in for each answer choice. The answer that gives you 9 is the correct choice.

E

use equation is not slow and more accurate.
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Using equation is a more better approach here..



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