Question

Patsy had a box of chocolate candy to share with her friends. There were 16 pieces of candy in the box. She gave 12/16 of the candy to Katie. How many pieces would that be?

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Answer 1

Answer:

12

Step-by-step explanation:

since the total number of candies were 16,

12/16 would mean 12 candies.

Answer 2

Answer:

12

Explanation:

16 chocolates, which is the total number of chocolates in the box are with Patsy. Out of which she gives 12 to Katie. This can be written as 12/16.