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32.9This gives you a reusable formula

A major triad one whole step below the bass produces:

♭7

9

11

relative to the bass.

Examples:

C major over D bass.

D♭ major over E♭ bass.

F major over G bass.

B♭ major over C bass.

All belong to the same family.