Chapter 1.1, Problem 41E

To determine

To write an equation and solve according to the given situation.

Answer to Problem 41E

Equation: $18x=162$

Solution: 9 cartons

Explanation of Solution

Given:

Baker orders 162 eggs.

Each carton has 18 eggs.

Given that the baker orders 162 eggs and each carton has 18 eggs.

This can be formulated as

  $18x=162$ where x is the number of carton of eggs.

  $\begin{array}{l}\Rightarrow 18x=162\\ \Rightarrow x=\frac{162}{18}\\ \Rightarrow x=9\end{array}$

Conclusion:

Therefore, the baker gets 9 cartons of eggs.