Question

ralph bought puppets that cost $5 each. he spent $20. how many puppets did he buy?
one fourth of the goldfish in the pond are eating. 11 goldfish are eating. how many goldfish are in the pond?
$7enclose{longdiv} {397}$

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate number of puppets

$\frac{20}{5} = 4$

Step2: Calculate total goldfish

$11 \times 4 = 44$

Step3: Divide 397 by 7

$397 \div 7 = 56$ remainder $5$, or $\frac{397}{7} = 56\frac{5}{7}$

Answer:

1. 4 puppets
2. 44 goldfish
3. $56\frac{5}{7}$ (or quotient 56, remainder 5)