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The wheel of the average bicycle is 28 inches in diameter. How many feet will be covered in 9

turns of the wheel?​

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Answer:

  • Approximately 66 feet

Explanation:

Given

  • d = 28 in

Find the circumference:

  • C = πd = 3.14*28 = 87.92 in

Find the distance covered by 9 turns:

  • 9C = 9*87.92 = 791.28 in

Convert inches to feet:

  • 1 foot = 12 in
  • 791.28 in = 791.28/12 ft = 65.94 ft ≈ 66 ft
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