document.write( "Question 210719: There are 40 children and 12 adults going on a trip to New York City by car. Each car can hold a maximum of 5 people. What is the least number of cars needed for the trip?\r
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Algebra.Com's Answer #159200 by Earlsdon(6294)![]() ![]() ![]() You can put this solution on YOUR website! The total number of people is 40+12 = 52. \n" ); document.write( "Each car will hold a maximum of 5, so divide 52 by 5. \n" ); document.write( " \n" ); document.write( "Round up to the next whole number (11), so at least 11 cars will be needed. \n" ); document.write( " |