Question

Write the rate as a fraction in lowest terms. $8 per 4 3/4 cups.

Answer 1

Given:

$8

4 3/4 cups

Required:

Rate in lowest terms

Solution:

Let's convert first the mixed fraction into an improper fraction

`4(3)/(4)\Rightarrow(4\cdot4+3)/(4)=(19)/(4)`
`\text{rate}=(8)/((19)/(4))=(8\cdot4)/(19)=(32)/(19)`

Rate: $32/19cups