3.OA.B.6
Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.
Example Problems
The distribution of final exam scores in a large statistics course was approximately normal with mean points and standard deviation points. Students with scores in the top 15% earned an A.
What is the minimum score to earn an A?
Round to the nearest whole number.
What is the minimum score to earn an A?
Round to the nearest whole number.
The distribution of weekly commuting distances among employees at a company was approximately normal with mean and standard deviation . Employees in the top 10% of weekly commuting distances receive an additional travel stipend.
What is the minimum weekly commuting distance to receive the stipend?
Round to the nearest mile.
What is the minimum weekly commuting distance to receive the stipend?
Round to the nearest mile.
The distribution of battery life for a new set of laptops was approximately normal with mean and standard deviation . Laptops with battery life in the top 20% receive a "Pro" label.
What is the minimum battery life for a laptop to receive the "Pro" label?
Round to the nearest tenth of an hour.
What is the minimum battery life for a laptop to receive the "Pro" label?
Round to the nearest tenth of an hour.
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