Pencils are sold in packages of 12. If Mark needs a total of 48 pencils, which expression could be used to figure out how many packages Mark should buy?
A) 48 – 12
B) 48 + 12
C) 48 x 12
D) 48 ÷ 12 (Correct Answer)
Explanation:
This exercise requires division. If each package contains 12 pencils, then to find the number of packages that need to be purchased, divide 48 by 12. The expression would be 48 ÷ 12.
Related Common Core State Standard: 3.OA.2
