so, if 5 men can do it in 4 days, then 10 men can do it in 2 days.
But if working at 1/4 the rate, it will take 8 days
or, (5)(1)(4) = (10)(1/4)(x)
5 men can complete a job in 4 days. In how many days can 10 men working at 1/4 of the previous rate complete the job?
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"He ate his breakfast with relish, and this time nothing distracted his attention while he was eating. He gave 'Unce Bashir, who was waiting on him, such a beaming smile that the poor man felt rather alarmed and taken aback. Usually he would only look in his directions to give orders or ask questions, althought on most occasions he treated him fairly well."
Based on this excerpt, what is the most likely reason that Bashir is called "Uncle"?
A. The man is so happy that he perceives his servant as a loving family member
B. "Uncle" is an affectionate nickname
C. He is the man's mother's brother
D. Uncle is probably a non-literal title, like in English we might call someone "bro" even if they aren't our brother
Based on this excerpt, what is the most likely reason that Bashir is called "Uncle"?
A. The man is so happy that he perceives his servant as a loving family member
B. "Uncle" is an affectionate nickname
C. He is the man's mother's brother
D. Uncle is probably a non-literal title, like in English we might call someone "bro" even if they aren't our brother
D. Uncle is probably a non-literal title, like in English we might call someone "bro" even if they aren't our brother.