Question

Suppose that 11 inches of wire cost 55 cents at the same rate how much (in cents) will 37 inches of wire cost?

Answer 1

185 cents

Explanation:

First 55/11 to find cost per inch = 5

Then multiply 37*5

Answer= 185 cents

Answer 2

185 cents

Explanation:

11 inches -------------> cost 55 cents

1 inch -----------------> cost 55/11 = 5 cents (unit rate)

37 inches -------------> costs 5 cents x 37 = 185 cents