13. Scott has a rope 8 metres long. He says, "I need 9 pieces each 0.89 metres long." Will Scott have enough ribbon? Explain your answer.

To find out if Scott has enough rope, we need to calculate the total length required for 9 pieces, each measuring 0.89 metres. This amounts to 9 × 0.89 = 8.01 metres. Since Scott only has 8 metres of rope, he is short by 0.01 metres! So, unfortunately, Scott won't have enough rope to cut the 9 pieces. Additionally, this situation reminds us of the importance of measuring accurately. It’s a common mistake to overlook just a small length when planning a project. Always double-check your calculations and consider the possibility of wastage or imperfections in the material!