Question

8. Monica and Leslie work at a factory where they paint furniture. Monica has already

painted 4 pieces and can paint half a piece of furniture in one hour. Leslie has already
painted 2 pieces and can paint of a piece of furniture in one hour. Which equation
represents the situation when Monica and Leslie will have completed the same number of
pieces of furniture?
A. 4-
- 2 / h = 2 - 2 h
B. 4 + h = 2 +
D. 4n = 21
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Answer 1

• B. 4 + 1/2h = 2 + 3/4h

Explanation:

Monica painted:

• 4 + 1/2h

Leslie painted:

• 2 + 3/4h

Since they both painted the same number, the equation is:

• 4 + 1/2h = 2 + 3/4h

Correct choice is B