Answer:
Hi!
The answer is: William needs to put 14 signs more.
Step-by-step explanation:
To solve this problem, you can use the rule of three.
1/16 ----> 1 sign // If for every 1/16 miles needs is 1 sign.
7/8 ----> x signs // then 7/8 miles will need x signs.
Now, multiply 7/8 by 1 and divide the result by 1/16:
\(\frac{\frac{7}{8}*1}{\frac{1}{16}}\)
\(\frac{\frac{7}{8}}{\frac{1}{16}} = \frac{7}{8}\div\frac{1}{16}\) // reverse the numerator and denominator of the second fraction and multiply.
\(\frac{7*16}{8*1}\)
\(\frac{112}{8} = 14\)
William should put up 14 more signs.
