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Multiplying 18 and 2 by 4 we get 72 and 8 students and rabbits respectively. Subtracting 72 from 8 we get | Multiplying 18 and 2 by 4 we get 72 and 8 students and rabbits respectively. Subtracting 72 from 8 we get | ||
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Problem
Each third-grade classroom at Pearl Creek Elementary has 18 students and 2 pet rabbits. How many more students than rabbits are there in all 4 of the third-grade classrooms?
Solution
Multiplying 18 and 2 by 4 we get 72 and 8 students and rabbits respectively. Subtracting 72 from 8 we get
