The Long Jump Record Is 8

question 23

Multiple Choice

The long jump record is 8.90 m. What is the length in yards? (1 yd = 0.9144 m)

• A)9.73 yards
• B)293 yards
• C)350 yards
• D)4204 yards
• E)5000 yards

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