Question

Divide:

15 feet 3 inches divided by 3
=
feet
inches

Answer 1

To divide 15 feet 3 inches by 3, we first convert the total length into inches.

1. Convert feet to inches:
- 15 feet = 15 × 12 inches = 180 inches
2. Add the extra inches:
- Total inches = 180 inches + 3 inches = 183 inches

Now, divide the total inches by 3:
\[
\frac{183 \text{ inches}}{3} = 61 \text{ inches}
\]

Next, convert 61 inches back to feet and inches:
- There are 12 inches in a foot, so:
\[
61 \text{ inches} = 5 \text{ feet} \, \text{and} \, 1 \text{ inch} \quad (61 \div 12 = 5 \text{ R } 1)
\]

Thus, 15 feet 3 inches divided by 3 is:
\[
\boxed{5 \text{ feet and } 1 \text{ inch}}
\]