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    Dec 4, 2011, 10:39 PM
    Get instant free math word problem answers?
    A packaging company is manufacturing cardboard boxes without a lid that measure 3" long, 1" wide and 1" high.
    They will be cut by using a geometric net where each side of the base is simply folded down flat (Like a cross).
    The boxes will be cut from sheets of cardboard that measure 1 yard by 1 yard. How many boxes can be cut from each sheet
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    Dec 4, 2011, 10:55 PM
    I helped with your other one. Tell me what you've done so far.
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    Dec 5, 2011, 09:42 AM
    That's the problem. When I see the question done it seems to make sense,but when I try it on my own I'm lost. I have no clue where to start. It's very frustrating trying to learn this chapter!
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    Dec 5, 2011, 09:48 AM
    First, draw a picture and note the dimensions.
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    Jan 12, 2012, 10:23 PM
    What is 15% of $237.00 ~ & ~ 15% of $78.00??
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    Apr 14, 2012, 08:22 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by Chytrausamarie View Post
    What is 15% of $237.00 ~ & ~ 15% of $78.00 ???
    Take 237 * 15%, which is 237 * 0.15 to get your answer. The other one is solved the same way, just take 78 * 0.15 to get your answer.
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