Question

In 2001, Takeru Kobayashi set a world record for the consuming the most hot dogs in 12 minutes. He ate 12 hot dogs in the first three minutes. Approximately, how many hot dogs did he eat during the 12 minute contest?

Answer 1

Answer: 48

Step 1: Find how much 12 is of 48.

12 = 1/4 of 48

Step 2: Multiply 12 by 3 for 3/4.

12 x 3 = 36.

Step 3: Add the numbers.

12 + 36 = 48

Answer = 48