Question

1. a mechanic has a radiator hose that measures 32 feet long. it needs to be cut into pieces equaling 5 feet 3 inches. how many whole pieces can it be cut into?

Explanation:

Step1: Convert 5 feet 3 inches to inches

1 foot = 12 inches, so 5 feet = 5×12 = 60 inches. Then 5 feet 3 inches = 60 + 3=63 inches.

Step2: Convert 32 feet to inches

32 feet = 32×12 = 384 inches.

Step3: Calculate the number of pieces

Divide the total length of the hose (in inches) by the length of each piece (in inches). $\frac{384}{63}=6\frac{6}{63}=6\frac{2}{21}$. We are looking for whole - pieces, so the number of whole pieces is 6.

Answer:

6