Question

Michael swims 3/5 a mile every day as part of his exercise routine. How many miles will he swim over the next 8 days? Between what two numbers does your answer lie

Answer 1

Answer: 4 and 4, 5ths

Explanation:

3/5 ths times 8. I think that's what you would do.

Answer 2

4.8 ≈ 4 4/5

The number lies between 4 and 5

Explanation:

Michael swims 3/5 a mile every day

over the next 8 days, he will swim 3/5 * 8 = 4 4/5

The number lies between 4 and 5