The maximum height of a vehicle that can safely pass under a bridge is 12 feet 5 inches. A truck measures 162 inches in height. Which best explains whether or not the truck can pass safely under the bridge?

Respuesta :

12'5" is 149 inches. If 149in is the maximum, then anything above it including 162" cannot pass through safely.

Answer:

The truck cannot pass safely under the bridge. The truck is 13 inches taller than the maximum height.