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A 20 inch ribbon is cut into eighths, and 3 of the pieces are taped end-to-end. What is the total length. (I know how to answer it but I don’t know how to show my work)
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A 20 inch ribbon is cut into eighths, and 3 of the pieces are taped end-to-end. What is the total length. (I know how to answer it but I don’t know how to show my work)

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Answer:

Explanation:

Length of one piece = 20/8 inches = 2.5 inches.

3 pieces × (2.5 inches)/piece = 7.5 inches

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