A stick has a length of 12.132 cm and another stick has a length of 12.4 cm .
(a) If the two sticks are placed end to end , what is their total length ?
(b) If the two sticks and placed sides by side, what is the difference in their lengths ?

Explanation

To solve the problem step by step, we will address both parts of the question:

### Part (a): Total Length of the Two Sticks Placed End to End

1. **Identify the lengths of the sticks**:
- Stick 1: 12.132 cm
- Stick 2: 12.4 cm

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