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1/4 of the 64 balloons were red how many balloons were red draw a picture to illustrate the problem​. what percent of the balloon was not read

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Answer: the answer is 16

Step-by-step explanation: 1/4 of 64 balloons are red which means you have to divide.

You can do it like this :

1. 60 ÷ 1/4 = 60/1 × 1/4

2. 60/1 × 1/4 = 60/4

3. 60/4 = 60/4 (or 60 ÷ 4) = 16

Or just like this:

1. 60 ÷ 1/4 = 60/4

2. 60/4 = 16

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