Solve the Problem $3 \frac { 1 } { 2 }$

question 110

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
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Six posts are used to support a fence. Each post is $3 \frac { 1 } { 2 }$ inches wide and the posts are evenly spaced.
If the width of the fence is 387 inches, how much space is between each post?

• A) \(63 \frac { 1 } { 2 }\) inches
• B) \(77 \frac { 2 } { 5 }\) inches
• C) \(64 \frac { 1 } { 2 }\) inches
• D) \(73 \frac { 1 } { 5 }\) inches

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Definitions:

Cost Equation

An equation that reflects the relationship between costs, production volume, and other factors, often used for predicting costs at various levels of activity.

Two Points

In finance, two points refer to a one percent change in the face value of a financial instrument like a loan or mortgage, often related to fees or interest rates.

Variable Cost Per Unit

The cost that changes with the level of output or production, expressed on a per unit basis.

Total Fixed Costs

The sum of all costs that remain constant regardless of the level of production or sales volumes.