Question

Worth 20 pts

Felicia wanted to find the number of boys in the school band if 30% of the 50 students are boys. Is her answer correct? Explain why or why not.

Answer 1

the answer would be 15 but i am not sure what the problem says her answer is. if it is not 15 then her answer is wrong

Answer 2

No, Felicia’s answer is not correct.

Explanation:

She should have divided by 2, not multiplied. 30 divided by 2 is 15. So 15 of the 50 students in the band are boys.