Question

It takes 56 pounds of seed to completely plant an 8-acre field. How many acres can be planted per pound of seed?

Answer 1

About 0.14 acres

Explanation:

56 lb = 8 acres

1 lb = x

We can cross multiply:

(8 acres)(1 lb) = (56 lb)(x)

Solving for x:

x = 8 ÷ 56 ≈ 0.14 acres