Question

Sara has a piece of string measuring 3 yards. How many 1-inch strips can be cut from the string?

A- 108 strips
B- 72 strips
C- 36 strips
D- 12 strips

Answer 1

A - 108 strips

Explanation:

1 yard = 36 inches

3 yards = 108 inches.

If Sara cuts 1-inch strips, she will have 108 strips in total.

Hope this helps!

Answer 2

A 108 strips

Explanation:

1 yd = 3 ft

3 ft = 3 * 12 inches = 36 inches

3 yds = 3 * 36 = 108

If each strip is 1 inch, we can cut 108 1 inch strips