To determine the quotient to the correct level of precision when dividing 130.715 feet by 4.022 feet, follow these detailed steps:
1. Division Setup: We start by setting up the division of the given values:
[tex]\[
\frac{130.715 \ \text{ft}}{4.022 \ \text{ft}}
\][/tex]
2. Performing the Division: To find out how many times the divisor (4.022 ft) goes into the dividend (130.715 ft), we divide the larger number by the smaller number.
3. Calculate the Quotient: By dividing 130.715 ft by 4.022 ft, we find the quotient:
[tex]\[
130.715 \div 4.022 = 32.5
\][/tex]
4. Precision Verification: Usually, the result of a division operation should be checked for appropriate levels of precision. Given that 130.715 has 5 decimal places and 4.022 has 4 decimal places, the quotient is given as 32.5 with appropriate precision.
Therefore, the quotient when 130.715 feet is divided by 4.022 feet is:
[tex]\[
32.5
\][/tex]
