Question

Zoe placed colored blocks on a scale in science class. Each block weighed 0.8 ounces. The total weight of all the colored blocks was 12.8 ounces. How many blocks did Zoe place on the scale? Write and solve an equation to find the answer.

Answer 1

16 blocks

Explanation:

equation: 0.8x = 12.8

if each block is 0.8oz and the total weight is 12.8oz then divide 12.8 by 0.8 and get 16! in other words, 0.8oz goes into 12.8oz 16 times, meaning there are 16 blocks that each weigh 0.8oz