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publish date: 2024/04/25 04:05:25.287124 UTC
A technician uses a laser to slice thin pieces of aluminum off the end of a rod that is \(\frac78\)-inch long. How many \(\frac{1}{64}\)-inch-wide slices can be cut from this rod?
Assume that there is no waste in the process
Correct Answer
$56$
Explanation
number of \(\frac{1}{64}\)-inch-wide slices = \(\frac{\text{rod length}}{\text{piece width}} = \frac78 ÷ \frac{1}{64} = 56\)
Reference
Mathematics for college students, go-math-science.com