Question

the students at trevino middle school were interviewed about their favorite snacks. favorite snacks grapes \\(\frac{5}{9}\\) almonds \\(\frac{4}{9}\\) if 81 people were surveyed, how many people voted for almonds? \\(\square\\) people

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the fraction for almonds

The fraction of people who voted for almonds is $\frac{4}{9}$.

Step2: Multiply the total number of people by the fraction

We have a total of 81 people surveyed. To find the number of people who voted for almonds, we calculate $81\times\frac{4}{9}$.
First, simplify $81\div9 = 9$, then multiply by 4: $9\times4 = 36$.

Answer:

36