Question

Suppose that 11 inches of wire costs 44 cents. At the same rate, how much (in cents) will 8 inches of wire costs?

Answer 1

Answer:

32 cents

Step-by-step explanation:

because you can divide 44 by 11 then multiply by 8 and your answer is 32 cents :}

Answer 2

Answer:

8 inches of wire costs $0.32

Step-by-step explanation:

Find the cost for one inch of wire. Divide the cost with the inch:

44/11 = 4

one inch of wire costs 4 cents.

Now, find the cost for 8 inch of wires. Multiply 8 with 4

8 x 4 = 32

8 inches of wire costs $0.32

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