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Each bus holds 56 people.

How many buses are needed to take 427 students, 17 teachers, and 53 parent volunteers to the track meet?

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8.8 but if you round you get 9
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Answer: 9 buses

Explanation:

427+17+53= 497

1 bus can hold 56 people

497 ÷ 56 = 8.8 --> round it up is 9

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