Two similar containers have capacities of 1000 litres and 1728 litres respectively. If it costs Ksh.750 to paint the outside surface of the smaller container,...

Two similar containers have capacities of 1000 litres and 1728 litres respectively. If it costs Ksh.750 to paint the outside surface of the smaller container, how much will it cost to paint the outside of the larger container.

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sharon kalunda answered the question on August 27, 2019 at 09:05

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