Question

Gael harvested 3 bags of potatoes that weigh 25.5 pounds, 32.25 pounds, and 27 pounds. He says that he harvested a total of 350.7 pounds. Explain and correct Gael's error.

Answer 1

Gael harvested a total of 84.75 pounds

Step-by-step explanation:

The total harvested is the sum of 25.5 pounds, 32.25 pounds, and 27 pounds. So, to make this sum, we need to organize the numbers such that the decimal point is in the same position:

Therefore, the correct answer is that Gael harvested 84.75 pounds in total.