Question

Henry can write 5 pages of his novel in 3 hours.

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At this rate, how many pages can Henry write in 8 hours?

Answer 1

10 and 2/3 a page

Explanation:

Answer 2

Henry can write 13 pages in 8 hours.

Explanation:

Rate: 5 pages in 3 hours (5/3 pages per hour)

To obtain the quantity of pages in 8 hours, we have to multiply the rate per hour by 8.

5/3 x 8 = 40/3= 13.34

Rounded to the nearest number, Henry can write 13 pages in 8 hours.