Question

Sam has 13 1/2 yards of ribbon.He cuts the ribbon into pieces that measure 3/4 yard. What is the maximum number of pieces of ribbon Sam can cut that measure 3/4 yard?

Answer 1

Answer:

18

Step-by-step explanation:

Number of pieces = Length of ribbon/Length of each piece

                              = (13½) ÷ (¾)

Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction

No. = (²⁷/₂) ÷ (¾)

Invert the proper fraction and change division to multiplication

No. = ²⁷/₂ × ⁴/₃

Cancel the 2s

No. = 27 × ⅔

Cancel the 3s

No. = 9 × 2

No. = 18

Sam can cut 18 pieces of ribbon.