Question

Brenda had 6 1/2 meters of rope. She needed a total of 9 meters of rope. She told the clerk at the store that she needed to buy 1 1/2 meters of rope. Did Brenda make a reasonable request?

A.
No, it is not reasonable because 9+ 1 1/2 = 10 1/2


B.
No, it is not reasonable because 9- 6 1/2 = 2 1/2


C.
Yes, it is reasonable because 6 1/2 + 1 1/2 = 9

Answer 1

6 1/2 + 1 1/2 = 7 2/2 = 8 meters but she needs 9 meters

Answer:

B.
No, it is not reasonable because 9 - 6 1/2 = 2 1/2