Problema Solution

Eric had 15.3 feet of fishing line. He cut off a piece and had 38.4 inches left. How long was the piece he cut?

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1 ft = 12 in

15.3 ft = 15.3*12 in

15.3 ft = 183.6 in

183.6 - 38.4 = 145.2 in

Eric cut out 145.2 inches.