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asked 01/27/18Poloma ran 3 3/4 miles around the school track. If each lap is 1/2 mile, how many laps did she run? Explain how to find the answer. PLEASE HELP ME
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Carol H. answered 01/27/18
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3 3/4 = 15/4
15/4 ÷ 1/2 = (15/4)(2/1) = 15/2 = 7 1/2 laps
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