How many #1 1/4# pound packages of cashews can be made with #7 1/2# pounds of cashews?

1 Answer
Nov 16, 2016

6 packages can be made with #7 1/2#.
Loo at the explanation for steps.

Explanation:

For this problem, you need to divide #7 1/2# by #1 1/4#.

1) Change both of the mixed numbers to improper fractions. When you do this, you will get #15/2# and #5/4#.

2) When you divide fractions, you need to multiply the reciprocal of ONE of the fractions. I chose #5/4#. When you do this step, you will get #15/2# #*##4/5# #=60/10#.

3) Simplify your answer, and you will get your answer, #6#.