Patty said that 15.39 ÷ 0.95 equals 0.162.

Is Patty's answer reasonable?

A.
Yes, Patty's answer is reasonable.

B.
No, Patty's answer should be closer to 1.6.

C.
No, Patty's answer should be closer to 16.

D.
No, Patty's answer should be closer to 160.

Respuesta :

The answer would be C., because when you actually divide 15.39 ÷ 0.95, it's 16.2, and so when you round that it would turn to 16. c:

Answer:

Option C, No, Patty's answer should be closer to 16

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1:  Determine what 15.39 / 0.95 is

[tex]15.39 / 0.95[/tex]

[tex]16.2[/tex]

Since 16.2 is not equal to 0.162, Patty's answer is NOT reasonable.  The answer should be closer to 16 which fits with option C.

Answer:  Option C, No, Patty's answer should be closer to 16