If 5 boxes of chalk contain 250 sticks in total, how many boxes are needed to provide 800 sticks?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. 16 boxes
- Step 1: Sticks per box = 250 ÷ 5 = 50 sticks. Step 2. Boxes needed for 800 sticks = 800 ÷ 50 = 16 boxes. Answer: 16 boxes. Why not the others: 14 boxes provides 700 sticks; 15 boxes provides 750 sticks; 18 boxes provides 900 sticks.
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