A bus seats 42 students. What is the fewest number of buses needed for 170 students if no one stands?

Question: A bus seats 42 students. What is the fewest number of buses needed for 170 students if no one stands?

  1. 6
  2. 4
  3. 5
  4. 7

Correct Answer: C — 5

Explanation: Divide students by seats per bus and round up because a partial bus still needs one whole bus.
Round 170 ÷ 42 upward to obtain 5.

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