Question 14

The length of the board in inches is 35.

To convert the length from centimeters to inches, divide the length in centimeters by the conversion factor (2.54). Thus, 88.9 cm divided by 2.54 cm/inch equals approximately 35 inches.

A) 3.5

This option is incorrect as it significantly underestimates the conversion from centimeters to inches. Dividing 88.9 by 2.54 does not yield a value close to 3.5; rather, it results in a much larger number.

B) 22.5

This option is also incorrect. While it is closer than option A, it still does not reflect the accurate conversion of 88.9 centimeters into inches. The correct calculation results in a number much greater than 22.5.

C) 35

This option is correct. When converting 88.9 centimeters to inches by dividing by 2.54, the result is precisely 35 inches, making this the accurate answer to the question posed.

D) 225

This option is incorrect as it greatly overestimates the length in inches. The figure of 225 does not correspond to any reasonable conversion of 88.9 centimeters, which is actually much smaller when converted to inches.

E) 350

This option is incorrect for the same reasons as option D. The length of 350 inches is far too high and does not correlate with the given measurement in centimeters.

Conclusion

The correct answer, 35 inches, is derived directly from the appropriate conversion calculation of 88.9 centimeters using the given conversion factor. All other options either underestimate or overestimate the length significantly, confirming that they are incorrect in the context of this conversion problem.