A Welder Cuts Several Pieces of Steel Angle of Lengths

question 219

Multiple Choice

A welder cuts several pieces of steel angle of lengths 3.99 ft, 2.44 ft, 2.3 ft, and 7.0 ft. What is the total length of the pieces? Use the rules for addition and subtraction of measurements.

• A) 15.73 ft
• B) 17 ft
• C) 16 ft
• D) 0.16 ft
• E) 15.7 ft

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