Lucy wants to divide 18.6 by 1.2. In order to estimate the quotient, which is the best expression to use?

10 divided by 1
10 divided by 2
20 divided by 1
20 divided by 2

1 answer

To estimate the quotient of 18.6 divided by 1.2, we can round the numbers to make the calculation simpler.

  • Rounding 18.6 to the nearest ten gives us approximately 20.
  • Rounding 1.2 to the nearest whole number gives us approximately 1.

So, the best expression to use for estimation is:

20 divided by 1.

However, among the options you provided, "20 divided by 1" isn't explicitly listed, but comparing the alternatives:

  • 10 divided by 1 = 10
  • 10 divided by 2 = 5
  • 20 divided by 1 = 20 (best estimate)
  • 20 divided by 2 = 10

Given the choices, the best alternative for estimating 18.6 divided by 1.2 is:

20 divided by 2 (which gives an estimate of 10).

So, if you need to select from the options, 20 divided by 2 would be the most reasonable choice.