Question

Franklin hiked 1.38 kilometers from the nature center

to the waterfall. Then he hiked 2.6 kilometers to the
bridge. Finally, he hiked 3.45 kilometers to return to
the nature center. How many kilometers did Franklin
hike in all?
Show your work.

Answer 1

7.43

Explanation:

1.38 + 2.6 = 3.98

3.98 + 3.45 = 7.43

Therefore, Franklin hiked 7.43 kilometers total.

Answer 2

7.43 kilometers

Explanation:

Just add up all of the distances he hiked

1.38+2.6+3.45=7.43