Basic College Mathematics (10th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0134467795
ISBN 13: 978-0-13446-779-5

Chapter 4 - Decimals - 4.3 Adding and Subtracting Decimal Numbers - 4.3 Exercises - Page 286: 20

Answer

(a) $0.7$ inches (b) $1$ inch

Work Step by Step

(a) The two bones in the lower arm are: Ulna: $11.1$ inches Radius: $10.4$ inches We find the difference: $11.1-10.4=0.7$ inches (b) The two bones in the lower leg are: Tibia: $16.94$ inches Fibula: $15.94$ inches We find the difference: $16.94-15.94=1$ inch
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