SOLUTION: How many sixteenths are there in 87 1/2%? A)7 B)14 C)3.5 D)13 E)15

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Question 610723: How many sixteenths are there in 87 1/2%?
A)7
B)14
C)3.5
D)13
E)15
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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How many sixteenths are there in 87 1/2%?
A)7
B)14
C)3.5
D)13
E)15
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87.5% = 87.5/100 = 7/8
7/8 = 14/16