Solve. Write the answer as a mixed number as needed.
-A nail $6 \frac{1}{3}$ inches long is driven into a board $2 \frac{1}{6}$ inches thick. How much of the nail protrudes from the other side of the board?
A) $4 \frac{1}{6}$ inch(es)
B) $\frac{2}{3} \operatorname{inch}(\mathrm{es})$
C) $8 \frac{1}{3}$ inch(es)
D) $\frac{1}{3}$ inch

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find how much of the nail protrudes, subtract the thickness of the board from the length of the nail: $6 \frac{1}{3} - 2 \frac{1}{6} = 4 \frac{1}{6}$ inches.

Solve Write the Answer as a Mixed Number as Needed 6136 \frac{1}{3}631​

Solve Write the Answer as a Mixed Number as Needed $6 \frac{1}{3}$