Candy Weight and Bag Calculations

The video tutorial explains how Javier can divide a bulk package of candy weighing five pounds into smaller bags, each holding one-fourth of a pound. The solution involves dividing five by one-fourth, which is equivalent to multiplying by the reciprocal, resulting in 20 bags. The tutorial models the solution by visualizing the division of candy into smaller parts, confirming the calculation. This process helps in understanding division by fractions and applying it to real-world problems.

What is the total weight of the candy package Javier purchased?

• Four pounds

• Three pounds

• Five pounds

• Six pounds

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How much candy does each small bag hold?

• One-fifth pound

• One-half pound

• One-fourth pound

• One-third pound

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What mathematical operation is needed to find out how many small bags can be filled?

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Division

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What is the reciprocal of one-fourth?

• One-fourth

• Four

• Two

• One

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How many times do you multiply five by to find the number of small bags?

• Two

• Five

• Three

• Four

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How many small bags of candy can Javier fill from the bulk package?

• 25

• 18

• 20

• 15

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What does each small piece represent in the visual model?

• One-half pound

• One-fifth pound

• One-third pound

• One-fourth pound

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How many total pieces are there in the visual model?

• 18

• 25

• 20

• 15

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What does the visual model confirm about the number of small bags?

• Javier can fill 15 bags

• Javier can fill 18 bags

• Javier can fill 20 bags

• Javier can fill 25 bags

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