To find the rate at which the bamboo grows, we need to divide the total growth (30 centimeters) by the time it takes to grow that amount (1/3 of a day).
Dividing 30 centimeters by 1/3 of a day is the same as multiplying 30 centimeters by the reciprocal of 1/3.
Reciprocal of 1/3 = 3/1 = 3
30 centimeters * 3 = 90 centimeters
Therefore, the bamboo grows at a rate of 90 centimeters per day.
With some species of bamboo, you can actually see them grow. You could observe 30 centimeters of growth in just
1
3
of a day. At what rate does this bamboo grow?
Simplify your answer and write it as a proper fraction, mixed number, or whole number.
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