Explanation:
To compare the two predictions, we need to convert the units of measurement to the same unit. We can do this by converting 15 feet to inches.
1 foot = 12 inches
Therefore, 15 feet = 15 x 12 = 180 inches.
So, the first meteorologist predicted 180 inches of snow.
Now, we can compare the two predictions:
- First meteorologist: 180 inches
- Second meteorologist: 156 inches
The first meteorologist's prediction is greater by:
180 - 156 = 24 inches
Therefore, the first meteorologist's prediction of 15 feet of snow at Mount Rainier is greater than the second meteorologist's prediction of 156 inches of snow by 24 inches.