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Josh can long-jump 195% of his height with a running start. If Josh is 66 inches tall, how far can he long-jump?

User Kevin Goff
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Answer: 128.7

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User MisterJ
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Answer: 128.7 inches

Explanation:

Josh's height is 66 inches.

When he jumps with a running start, he can jump as far as 195% of his height.

The length he can jump is therefore 195% multiplied by his height:

= Josh height * 195%

= 66 * 195/100

= 128.7 inches

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