Question

Kermit ran 100 meters in 12.35 seconds. Gonzo ran 100 meters in 11.915 seconds. How much faster did Gonzo run than Kermit? seconds

Answer 1

Answer: Gonzo runs 0.435 seconds faster than Kermit.

Explanation:

This is just a simple subtraction problem.

To make both numbers even in place value, add a 0 (zero) in the back of 12.35 to make it 12.350.

Then you simply subtract using regrouping methods:

12.350

11.915 -

————

0.435

Now let’s check our answer:

11.915

0.435. +

—————

12.35

As a result, Gonzo ran 0.435 seconds faster than Kermit.