What is the sum of the lengths 6'6", 5'9", and 2'1 1/2"?

To calculate the sum of the lengths 6'6", 5'9", and 2'1 1/2", first convert each measurement into inches for ease of addition:

1. 6'6" is converted as follows:

• 6 feet = 6 x 12 = 72 inches

• Add the 6 inches: 72 + 6 = 78 inches

2. 5'9" is converted as follows:

• 5 feet = 5 x 12 = 60 inches

• Add the 9 inches: 60 + 9 = 69 inches

3. 2'1 1/2" is converted as follows:

• 2 feet = 2 x 12 = 24 inches

• 1/2 inch is 0.5 inches: 24 + 1 + 0.5 = 25.5 inches

Now, add these three values together:

• 78 inches + 69 inches + 25.5 inches = 172.5 inches

Next, convert the total inches back into feet and inches:

• 172.5 inches divided by 12 equals 14