The outside diameter of a hose is 2 1/2 inches, and the wall is 5/32 inch thick. How large, in inches, is the inside diameter.?
A) 1 5/8
B) 2 3/16
C) 2 5/16
D) 2 7/16

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find the inside diameter of the hose, we need to subtract twice the thickness of the wall from the outside diameter.

2 1/2 inches - (2 x 5/32 inches) = 2 3/16 inches

Therefore, the inside diameter is 2 3/16 inches.

The Outside Diameter of a Hose Is 2 1/2 Inches