Question

A tube of capsaicin arthritis rub contains 2 1/2 ounces of cream. As a physical therapist who works with chronic arthritis patients, you need to buy 120 ounces of capsaicin. How many tubes will you need to purchase?
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Answer 1

You need to divide the total weight of cream needed ( 120 ounces) by the weight of cream in each tube (2.5 ounces).
\[\large Number\ of\ tubes\ needed=\frac{120}{2.5}=(you\ can\ calculate)\ tubes\]

Answer 2

48?

Answer 3

Yes, you are correct.

Answer 4

ok thank you