Question

Of the 600 sixth graders at Melville Middle School, 80% want more field trips. How many students want more field trips? Use the double number line to find the solution. Show your work.

Answer 1

Answer:

480 students want more field trips.

60 students is 10%.

Step-by-step explanation:

There are 600 students, and 80% want more field trips.

80% of 600 is 0.8*600 = 8*60 = 480 students.

480 students want more field trips.