Scientists at the zoo recently studied an anaconda that weighs 8,643.2 ounces the average weigth of the common rat is 11.8 ounces. about how many times heavier is the anaconda than the common rat?

The answer is 8643,2/11,8 = 732.47, so about 732 times

Step-by-step explanation:

Remember: when we divide fractions, we always:

• Flip the sign (change it to a multiplication sign)

• Flip the second fraction (4 goes on top and 3 goes on the bottom)

Now we have the rules covered, let's set up our expression.

To multiply, we just have to multiply across. 2 • 4 is 8, and 3 • 3 is 9.

Our final

I hope this helps you!