Real-Life Application of Ratios and Costs

The video tutorial covers dividing decimals through practical examples. It begins with an introduction and instructions on how to follow along. The teacher then solves six problems: calculating the cost of ice cream sandwiches, sharing payment equally among friends, determining the least cost per pencil, finding the cost per student for a planetarium visit, calculating daily running distance, and determining weekly savings deposits. Each problem is solved step-by-step, demonstrating the division process and emphasizing the importance of understanding decimal placement.

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How much did Clifton spend in total on ice cream sandwiches?

• $13.40

• $14.30

• $15.00

• $26.00

How many ice cream sandwiches did Clifton buy?

• 30

• 20

• 14

• 26

What is the cost of one ice cream sandwich?

• $0.45

• $0.75

• $0.65

• $0.55

How much did Lily and her friends receive in total for cleaning?

• $25.00

• $26.00

• $23.50

• $24.75

How many people are sharing the payment in Lily's problem?

• 5

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is the amount each person earns in Lily's problem?

• $9.00

• $8.75

• $8.50

• $8.25

Which option provides the least cost per pencil?

• Option D: $0.40

• Option B: $0.35

• Option A: $0.37

• Option C: $0.33

What is the cost per pencil for Option A?

• $0.35

• $0.37

• $0.33

• $0.40

What is the cost per pencil for Option B?

• $0.40

• $0.33

• $0.35

• $0.37