Question

one bow requires 3.2 inches of ribbon. how many bows can be made from 304 inches of ribbon?
a 950 bows
b 973 bows
c 97 bows
d 95 bows

Explanation:

Step1: Set up division for total bows

To find the number of bows, divide total ribbon length by ribbon per bow:
$$\text{Number of bows} = \frac{304}{3.2}$$

Step2: Calculate the division

Multiply numerator and denominator by 10 to eliminate decimals:
$$\frac{304 \times 10}{3.2 \times 10} = \frac{3040}{32} = 95$$

Answer:

D. 95 bows