Calculating Raindrops per Tile: A Density Problem | Solution in Drops/Tile

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The problem involves calculating the number of raindrops that fall on each tile given a specific density of raindrops per square foot and the number of tiles per square foot. The subject area relates to density and unit conversion.

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  • Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to calculate the number of raindrops per tile by dividing the total number of raindrops by the number of tiles. Some participants confirm this approach, while others express uncertainty about the correctness of the result.

Discussion Status

The discussion includes confirmations of the original poster's calculation, with some participants expressing confidence in the result. However, there is no explicit consensus on the final outcome, as the original poster still questions the accuracy of their calculation.

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Participants are working within the constraints of the problem as presented, focusing on unit conversion and the relationship between raindrop density and tile coverage.

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1. Rain drops fall on a tile surface at a density
of 4358 drops/ft^2. There are 13 tiles/ft^2.
How many drops fall on each tile?
Answer in units of drops/tile




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what i did was to divide the amount of raindrops by the amount of tiles, (4358drops/ft^2)/(13tiles/ft^2)= 335.23 raindrops/tile. I'm not so sure if my result is the right one.
 
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also, I think I have to divide, because is the only way of getting rid of my ft^2.
 
Looks right to me.
 
yes! it was right, thanks!
 

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