Francesca is working on the word problem below and wants to use compatible numbers to estimate the answer.

The Statue of Liberty in New York stands on top of a foundation and a pedestal. The statue, including its foundation and pedestal, measures about 305 feet from the ground to the top of the statue’s torch. The statue herself stands 151 feet.

Which equation should she use to find the height of the foundation and pedestal?

a) 305 - 151 = Height of Foundation and Pedestal
b) 305 + 151 = Height of Foundation and Pedestal
c) 305 × 151 = Height of Foundation and Pedestal
d) 305/151 = Height of Foundation and Pedestal

To estimate the height of the foundation and pedestal of the Statue of Liberty, Francesca should use the equation 305 - 151 = Height of Foundation and Pedestal.

Explanation:

Francesca is tasked with finding the height of the foundation and pedestal of the Statue of Liberty. Given that the total height of the statue including its foundation and pedestal is 305 feet and the height of the statue itself is 151 feet, she needs to subtract the height of the statue from the total height to find the height of the foundation and pedestal.

The correct equation to use is: a) 305 - 151 = Height of Foundation and Pedestal. By using this equation, Francesca will be able to estimate the height of only the foundation and pedestal.