So each pair of shorts requires 1.5 yards and Samantha has 12 yards. We need to figure out the number of shorts she can make.
We will use this equation:
Number of pairs of shorts = Total yards of fabric / Yards per pair of shorts
Number of pairs of shorts = 12 yards / 1.5 yards per pair
Number of pairs of shorts = 12 / 1.5 = 8
Samantha can make 8 pairs of shorts from her 12 yards of fabric.