Question

Sarah has 3 pounds

of candy. She uses 4/5
of the candy to make
goody bags. How
many pounds of
candy does she use
for goody bags?

Answer 1

2 2/5 lbs

Explanation:

4/5 = 0.8

Therefore, 4/5 of 3 pounds = 0.8 x 3 = 12/5 = 2 2/5

Answer 2

Multiply total amount of candy by the amount used:

3 x 4/5 = (3 x 4)/5 = 12/5 = 2 2/5 pounds

Answer: 2 and 2/5 pounds