Mrs. Peterson is going to install new baseboard in her living room, family room, and dining room. The total length of baseboard needed is 60 yards. If Mrs. Peterson buys 2 2/3 yard long baseboards, how many pieces will she need? If she buys 3 1/3 yard long baseboards, how many pieces will she need?

Question

Answer:
200 pieces, 160 pieces
22 1/2 pieces, 18 pieces
160 pieces, 200 pieces
18 pieces, 22 1/2 pieces

Answer 1

To find the number of pieces needed, divide the total length needed by the length of each baseboard.

For 2 2/3 yard long baseboards:
60 yards / 2 2/3 yards = 22 1/2 pieces

For 3 1/3 yard long baseboards:
60 yards / 3 1/3 yards = 18 pieces