Mikhail believes he can use the multiplication expression 1/2x6 to find the total number of
pound servings of rice he can make
from 6 pounds of rice. Which statement best explains why Mikhail is correct or incorrect?
Mikhail is correct in using a multiplication expression because the product of 6 and 1/2 is an integer.
Mikhail is correct in using a multiplication expression because 1/2 is the number of servings per pound.
Mikhail is incorrect in using a multiplication expression because the term "total" implies finding the sum of an addition
expression.
Mikhail is incorrect in using a multiplication expression because the question asks how many equal-sized parts 6 can be
divided into.