1.
To write the mixed fractions as improper fractions.
1.
Answer to Problem 11E
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The given statement is:
“Newly cut lumber contains a lot of moisture. Before the wood is used for carpentry or construction, it is usually dried. Suppose a freshly cut board weighs
Calculation :
The fractions
Hence,
2.
To rewrite the fractions using Least Common Divisor of the fractions.
2.
Answer to Problem 11E
The fractions
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The given statement is:
“Newly cut lumber contains a lot of moisture. Before the wood is used for carpentry or construction, it is usually dried. Suppose a freshly cut board weighs
Calculation :
The fractions
Hence, the fractions
3.
To find the difference of the improper fractions from Step2.
3.
Answer to Problem 11E
The weight of the water that evaporated is
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The given statement is:
“Newly cut lumber contains a lot of moisture. Before the wood is used for carpentry or construction, it is usually dried. Suppose a freshly cut board weighs
Calculation :
The difference can be calculated by:
Hence, the weight of the water that evaporated is
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