Question

what is the difference, in inches, between the longest leaf and the shortest leaf? leaf measurements length (inches) 1 3\frac{1}{2} 2\frac{1}{2} \frac{1}{2}

Explanation:

Step1: Identify longest and shortest lengths

Longest length is $3\frac{1}{2}$ inches, shortest is 1 inch.

Step2: Calculate the difference

$3\frac{1}{2}-1=\frac{7}{2}-1=\frac{7 - 2}{2}=\frac{5}{2}=2\frac{1}{2}$ inches

Answer:

$2\frac{1}{2}$