Question

Suppose that 16 inches of wire costs 80 cents. At the same rate, how much in cents will 11 inches of wire cost

Answer 1

55 cents is the answer I believe.

Divide 80 by 16, which is 5, multiple that by 11 and get 55

Answer 2

Find the cost of 1 inch by dividing 80 cents by 16 inches, then multiply that cost by 11:

0.80 / 16 = 0.05 per inch.

11 inches x 0.05 = 0.55

It will cost 55 cents.