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Which equation would you use to solve this problem: Laura bought 4 1/3 bushels of apples for $16. How much did each bushel cost? *

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Answer: $3.69

Explanation:

Laura bought 4 1/3 bushels of apples.

Firs convert this to an improper fraction for easier calculation:

= 13/3 bushels of apples.

If cost $16 altogether, individually they must cost:

= Cost / Quantity purchased

= 16 ÷ 13/3

= 16 * 3/13

= $3.69

Note: You can divide by a fraction by multiplying the inverse of that fraction.

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