Write a proportion that can be used to solve the problem. Then solve the equation to obtain the answer.
-It takes Winnie 22 minutes to type and spell check 6 pages of a manuscript. Find how long it takes her to type and spell check 33 pages. Round to the nearest whole number.
A) 121 minutes
B) 726 minutes
C) 9 minutes
D) 22 minutes

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The proportion is $ \frac{22 \text{ minutes}}{6 \text{ pages}} = \frac{x \text{ minutes}}{33 \text{ pages}} $. Solving for $x$ gives $x = \frac{22 \times 33}{6} = 121$ minutes.

Write a Proportion That Can Be Used to Solve the Problem