Math Problem Statement
A board is 20 6/7 in. long. If it must be divided into three pieces of equal length, how long must each piece be?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Fractions
Division of Mixed Numbers
Improper Fractions
Formulas
Convert mixed number to improper fraction: a b/c = (a*c + b)/c
Division of fractions: a/b ÷ c = a/b * 1/c
Theorems
Basic fraction division theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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