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Example 1.145 from Elementary Algebra, 1.10 Systems of Measurement
Systems of Measurement: example 1.145
Anthony bought four planks of wood that were each 6 feet 4 inches long. What is the total length of the wood he purchased?
Work it out on paper first. Then open the solution one step at a time, and stop as soon as you can finish on your own.
Solution
We will multiply the length of one plank to find the total length.
Multiply the inches and then the feet. Convert the 16 inches to feet.
Add the feet.Anthony bought 25 feet and 4 inches of wood.
Your turn
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