Carl has three lengths of cable,
5
_
6
yard long,
1
_
4
yard long,
and
2
_
3
yard long. He needs at least 1 yard of cable.
a
Which two pieces together make a length at least
1 yard and closest to 1 yard?
b
If Carl uses the two shortest pieces, how much more cable would he need?
5
_
6
yard long,
1
_
4
yard long,
and
2
_
3
yard long. He needs at least 1 yard of cable.
a
Which two pieces together make a length at least
1 yard and closest to 1 yard?
b
If Carl uses the two shortest pieces, how much more cable would he need?
