Algebra 1

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0133500403
ISBN 13: 978-0-13350-040-0

Chapter 2 - Solving Equations - 2-10 Change Expressed as a Percent - Standardized Test Prep - Page 150: 44

Answer

The answer is Choice D; 11 boxes

Work Step by Step

250 ÷ 24 = 10.41 --- You need 250 pencils (125 kids times 2 each). There are 24 per box. Divide the total needed by 24. You get 10.41, but you can't buy a partial box. You need 11 boxes.
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