Here's the problem: In a load of 3/4 ton of steel rods, 1/8 are bent. How many tons of steel rods are bent?

Question

I don't know which operation to use. Should I use addition? Should I use subtraction? How 'bout division? Should I use multiplication because of the word "of"?...
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Answer 1

Multiply.

(3/4) * (1/8) = ______ ton

Answer 2

Thanks a ton Ms.Sue! I think I can figure this out on my own but I'll post my answer for you to check.

Answer 3

3/32?

Answer 4

Right. :-)

And you're welcome.

Answer 5

That does not make sense????