Question

Cassandra ordered sandwich platters for a party. There were 6 different kinds of sandwiches with 5 of each kind on a platter. Cassandra ordered 5 platters in all. Part A. What is the total number of sandwiches Cassandra ordered? Explain in detail.

Part B. Each platter was shared equally by 10 guests. Cassandra says each guest will get 15 sandwiches. Is Cassandra Correct ? Explain. How many sandwiches will each guest get?

Answer 1

The total number is 150. There are 30 sandwiches on each plate and there is 5 plates so 30 x 5 = 150. Cassandra is correct. 150 / 10 = 15.