Evelyn G.

asked • 02/28/17

Laura wants to cut a board in 3 equal pieces. The board is 5/8 feet long. How long will each piece be?

 Each piece must be equal.

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Michael J. answered • 02/28/17

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Divide the length of the board by the number of pieces.
 
(5/8) / 3 = (5/8) * (1/3) = 5/24
 
 
Each piece is 5/24 feet long.
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