Question

The vet says that Lena's puppy will grow to be at most 20 inches tall. Lena's puppy Is currently 1 foot tall.

How many more inches will the puppy grow?

Answer 1

Answer: The correct answer is 8 more inches.

Explanation:

The puppys' current height is 12 inches (1 foot)

The vet's advised maximum height is 20 inches

Difference in height = 20 - 12 = 8 inches

Answer 2

8 inches

Explanation:

1 foot is 12 inches

20 - 12 = n

n = 8