Question

A sixth-grade science club needs $180 to pay for the tickets to a science museum. All tickets cost the same amount. What could "180 / 15" (180 divided by 15) mean in this context? Describe two interpretations of the expression. Then, find the quotient (answer) and explain what it means in each interpretation.

Answer 1

12

Explanation:

180 ÷ 15 = 12

15 can go into 180 , 12 times

15 x 12 = 180