Question

the line plot shows the weights of pieces of fruit. what is the total weight of all the pieces of fruit that weigh \\(\frac{1}{8}\\) pound? weights of pieces of fruit line plot with xs at \\(\frac{1}{8}\\) (4 xs), \\(\frac{3}{8}\\) (2 xs), \\(\frac{4}{8}\\) (2 xs), \\(\frac{5}{8}\\) (1 x), \\(\frac{6}{8}\\) (3 xs) weight (pounds) options: \\(\frac{4}{8}\\) pound, 4 pounds, 8 pounds, \\(\frac{4}{32}\\) pound

Explanation:

Step1: Count the number of X's at $\frac{1}{8}$

Looking at the line plot, the number of X's (pieces of fruit) at the $\frac{1}{8}$ pound mark is 4.

Step2: Calculate total weight

Each piece weighs $\frac{1}{8}$ pound, and there are 4 pieces. So total weight is $4\times\frac{1}{8}=\frac{4}{8}$ pound.

Answer:

$\frac{4}{8}$ pound (corresponding to the first option: $\frac{4}{8}$ pound)