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please help on lesson 13.2 independent practice. Pierre's parents ordered some pizzas for a party. 4.5 pizzas were eaten at the party. There were at least 5 1/2 whole pizzas left over. How many pizzas did Pierre's parents order? QUICKLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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1/2 means .5 so 4.5+ 5.5= 10 pizzas were ordered.

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10 because 4 1/2+ 5 1/2= 10
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