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The equation 14m = 400.40 can be used to find the cost per yard m, in dollars, of mulch. what is the value of m?

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he is right. but if you put the answer make sure it has the tenths place its 28.60 if you put 28.6 it will say its incorrect.!!!!

User Serial
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To find m, simply divide both sides by 14.

14m/14 = 400.4/14

The 14s on the left cancel out and your left with

m = 400.4/14
m = 28.6
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