If a 170 lbs. person weighs about 65 lbs. on Mars, how much does a 9000 lbs.

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satellite weigh? If a 170 lb. person weighs about 65 lbs. on Mars, how much does a 9000 lb. satellite weigh? Round your answer to the nearest pound.

Please show your work. Thanks!
 
make a proportion
170/65=9000/x
cross multiply
170x=(9000x65)
i think you can get it from there
 
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