how many packages will 5 1/2 lb of raisins fill if each package holds 9 oz?

Answer 1

It's your turn now. I'll be glad to check your answer.

Answer 2

I have tried dividing and multiplying it, but it is not coming out to the answer in the book, in the book it has 9 7/9. I multiplied 5.5x16, got 88,how do you convert that answer into a fraction?

Answer 3

1 lb = 16 oz

5.5(16)
88 oz

88/9 = 9 7/9