Question

how many fifths are in 60 wholes

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Ms. Sue
How many fifths are in one whole?

Multiply that number by 60.
Anonymous
so is the answer 12
Ms. Sue
Yes,
Anonymous
thank you
Steve
huh? There are not 12 fifths in 60 whole, nor in a single whole.
There are 12 fives in 60, but that wasn't the question.
Anonymous
ok steve then what is the answer if you are soooo smart
Ms. Sue
Oops! I made a big mistake. Of course, Steve is right.
Anonymous
then what is the answer then
Steve
there are 5 fifths in a whole,
so there are 5*60 = 300 fifths in 60 wholes

see? I <u>am</u> so smart!
Anonymous
ok sorry steve
Henry2
60/(1/5) = 60 * 5/1 = 300.

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