10. Make Sense and Persevere Beth works \( 8 \frac{2}{4} \) hours, drives \( 1 \frac{1}{4} \) hours, cooks \( \frac{3}{4} \) hour, and sleeps \( 7 \frac{2}{4} \) hours each day. How many hours of free time does Beth have each day? Remember, there are 24 hours in a day.

To find out how many hours of free time Beth has each day, we first need to add up the hours she spends on different activities. Beth's work: \(8 \frac{2}{4}\) hours (which is equivalent to 8.5 hours), Driving: \(1 \frac{1}{4}\) hours (which is 1.25 hours), Cooking: \(\frac{3}{4}\) hour (which is 0.75 hours), Sleeping: \(7 \frac{2}{4}\) hours (equivalent to 7.5 hours). Now, let's add all these hours together: \[8.5 + 1.25 + 0.75 + 7.5 = 18\] hours spent on activities. Now we subtract this total from the 24 hours in a day: \[24 - 18 = 6\] hours of free time. So, Beth has 6 hours of free time each day! Beth's daily routine showcases the importance of balancing work and leisure! With 6 hours of free time, she can engage in hobbies, relax or spend time with family, making her day a bit more enjoyable and fulfilling. To better manage your time like Beth, keep a daily log of your activities! It will allow you to see where your hours are going and help identify where you might be spending too much time. Plus, it’s a great way to track your habits and find a balance that works best for you!