Question
The Wilson family is putting in a game court in their backyard. The backyard measures 80 feet by 40 feet. The game court will cover 1/5 of the backyard. What is the area of the court?
A.640
B.120
C.3200
D.Not here
Do I multiply 80 and 40? If I do, what do I do next with the 1/5?
A.640
B.120
C.3200
D.Not here
Do I multiply 80 and 40? If I do, what do I do next with the 1/5?
Answers
Ms. Sue
Multiply the area by 1/5.
You could also change 1/5 to a decimal.
You could also change 1/5 to a decimal.
Jerald
D? Or C? When I multiply 80 and 40 I get 3200.
Ms. Sue
3200 * 1/5 = 3200/5 = ?
Ms. Sue
Right.
Jerald
Thank you