Question

Max bought two deli sandwich rolls measuring 80 inches and 50 inches. He wants them to be cut into equal sections that are as long as possible. Into what lengths should the rolls be cut?

Answer 1

80 inches.

Explanation:

Given that Max bought two deli sandwich rolls measuring 80 inches and 50 inches. He wants them to be cut into equal sections that are as long as possible.

The dimensions of the roll is:

L × B = 80 inches × 50 inches

Since he wants them to be cut into equal sections that are as long as possible, the roll can be cut into two equal 25 inches along the breath dimension.

The roll will therefore maintain its initial length which is equal to 80 inches.

The new dimension will therefore be equal to 80 inches × 25 inches.