a music store orders wooden drumsticks that weigh 96 grams a pair. the total weight of the box of drumsticks…
a music store orders wooden drumsticks that weigh 96 grams a pair. the total weight of the box of drumsticks is 782 grams. how many pairs of drumsticks are in the box if the empty box weighs 206 grams?
Answer
Explanation:
Step1: Find the weight of drumsticks
Subtract the weight of the empty box from the total weight. (782 - 206=576) (grams)
Step2: Calculate the number of pairs
Divide the weight of drumsticks by the weight of one pair. (576\div96 = 6)
Answer:
(6)