Question

A set of encyclopedia has 27 volumes. each volume is 1 3/8 inches thick. If the volumes are placed side by side, how long will the set be?
Ms. Sue
What do you think?

I'll be glad to check your answer.

I'm not sure how to find the answer.
Ms. Sue
You have two numbers. Should you add, subtract, multiply, or divide?

Which will give you a reasonable answer?

Would you multiply

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