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.