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alan has 27 books and some empty boxes. He can put 4 books in each box. How many boxes can he fill completely? How many books would be left over?​

User Thegrinner
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You can fill 6 and have 3 left
Explanation:
You divide 27 by 4 which leaves you with three extra books
User Bill Campbell
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He can fill completely 6 boxes because 4x6 is 24. 3 books will be left over.

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