Question

Salvador bought a 7-foot rope to tie his boat to the dock when he goes fishing. The rope is too long, so Salvador cuts exactly 2 3/4 feet off the rope. How long is Salvador's rope now? (Show your work and circle your final answer.)

Answer 1

4 1/4 feet

Explanation:

1. 7 = 28/4

2. 2 3/4 = 11/4

3. 28/4 - 11/4 = 17/4

4. 17/4 = 4 1/4