Question

5 concrete blocks form one-eighth of a structure. So how many concrete blocks are

required to form the structure?

Answer 1

40

Explanation:

5= 1/8 of structure so 5*8= 8/8 of the structure= 40

Answer 2

40 blocks

Explanation:

5 = 1/8 of x

multiply by reciprocal of (1/8) = 8

5(8) = x

x = 40

40 blocks