1. Solving Equations Involving Fractions
Use legal algebra moves to solve equations involving fractions. USE A CALCULATOR if necessary!
Multiple Choice taken from Explorations in Core Math 7-2
Two-thirds of John’s savings account is being saved for his college education. If $2,500 of his savings is for his college education, how much money in total is in his savings account?
A. $
B. $3750
C. $
D. $5000

2. What was the average height of American men 150 years ago? 6. 8. 9.
Taken from Explorations in Core Math 7-2
After a morning shower, there was in. of rain in the rain gauge. It rained again an hour later and the rain gauge showed in. of rain. How much did it rain the second time?
Taken from Explorations in Core Math 7-2
In the last 150 years, the average height of people in industrialized nations has increased by foot. Today, American men have an average height of feet.
What was the average height of American men 150 years ago? 7.