Question

How many 3-lb cases of bulk potato chips are needed to feed 75 people 1 ½ oz. each?

Answer 1

(1.5 oz/person)(75 people) = 112.5 oz

3 lb = 48 oz

48c = 112.5

c = 2.34 cases = 3 cases

So 3 3-lb (48-oz) cases of bulk potato chips are needed.