Question

Write an equation that models this situation.

Kristy wants to make Valentines, each decorated with 4 inches of lace, for 7 of her friends. How many inches of lace (x) does Kristy need to make the cards?
A) x/4 = 7
B) 7x = 4
C) 4x = 7
D) 4/x= 7

Answer 1

A) x/4 = 7

Explanation:

Total lace = 28 or 4 * 7

x = 28

28/4 = 7

7 = 7

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Other answers

7(28) = 4

196 ≠ 4

4(28) = 7

112 ≠ 7

4/(28) = 7

0.14285714285 ≠ 7