Questions on Algebra: Proportions answered by real tutors!

Algebra ->  Algebra -> Questions on Algebra: Proportions answered by real tutors!     (Log On)
Ad: Algebra Solved!™: algebra software that solves YOUR algebra homework problems with step-by-step help!



Question 154385: An apple pie was cut into 8 slices. One slice was removed. What portion of the pie was removed?: An apple pie was cut into 8 slices. One slice was removed. What portion of the pie was removed?
Answer by vleith(1156) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
If you cut a pine into 8 equal slices, the total pie is still "1".
You have 8 slices, the together equal a whole pie.
8*SliceSize = 1
SliceSize = 1/8
So 1/8 of the pie was removed