Question

A caterpillar moves across the grass at a rate of 4 feet every 7 minutes. How fast does the caterpillar move in feet per minute?

Answer 1

0.57 feet per minute.

Explanation:

If the caterpillar moves 4 feet every 7 minutes, it can be written as a ratio: 4/7. When you divide 4 by 7, you'll find the feet per minute rate.