yd = ft / 3
yd = 50 / 3
yd = 16 2 / 3
50 feet = 16 2 / 3 yard
100 - 16 2 / 3 = 83 1 / 3
83 1 / 3 - 16 = 67 1 / 3 yards of string
yd = 50 / 3
yd = 16 2 / 3
50 feet = 16 2 / 3 yard
100 - 16 2 / 3 = 83 1 / 3
83 1 / 3 - 16 = 67 1 / 3 yards of string
Now, let's add up the lengths of string Eric let out: 16.67 yards + 16 yards = 32.67 yards.
Lastly, we need to determine how much string is left on the spool, so we do a little subtraction. 100 yards - 32.67 yards = 67.33 yards.
So, Eric's kite spool still has about 67.33 yards of string left. Just enough to avoid any yarn-related disasters!
1. Convert 50 feet to yards: There are 3 feet in a yard, so 50 feet is equal to 50/3 = 16.67 yards (approximately).
2. Calculate the total length of string let out: Eric initially let out 16.67 yards + 16 yards = 32.67 yards (approximately).
3. Subtract the length of string let out from the original length to find the remaining string: 100 yards (original length) - 32.67 yards (let out) ≈ 67.33 yards.
Therefore, there are approximately 67.33 yards of string left on the spool.