Contemporary Mathematics for Business & Consumers
Contemporary Mathematics for Business & Consumers
8th Edition
ISBN: 9781305585447
Author: Robert Brechner, Geroge Bergeman
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 2.III, Problem 39RE

At Celtex Manufacturing, a chemical etching process reduces 2 13 16

-inch copper plates by 35 64 of an inch.

a. What is the thickness of each copper plate after the etching process?

b. How many etched copper plates can fit in a box 25 inches high?

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Contemporary Mathematics for Business & Consumers

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Super Value Hardware Supply buys nails in bulk...Ch. 2.III - The chef at the Sizzling Steakhouse has 140 pounds...Ch. 2.III - Regal Reflective Signs makes speed limit signs for...Ch. 2.III - 38. Engineers at Triangle Electronics use special...Ch. 2.III - 39. At Celtex Manufacturing, a chemical etching...Ch. 2.III - 40. You are the owner of The Gourmet Diner. On...Ch. 2 - 1. In fractions, the number above the division...Ch. 2 - 2. The numerator of a proper fraction is...Ch. 2 - To convert an improper fraction to a whole or...Ch. 2 - 4. 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