Four pieces of lumber are placed in parallel positions, as shown, perpendicular to line M:
- Piece W is 5\:m long
- Piece X is 3\:m long and its left end is 3\:m from line M
- Piece Y is 5\:m long and is 2\:m from line M
- Piece Z is 4\:m long and is 1.5\:m from from line M
A single cut, perpendicular to the pieces of lumber, is made along the dotted line L. The total length of lumber on each side of L is the same. What is the length, in metres, of the part of piece W to the left of the cut?
Answer Choices
A. 4.25
B. 3.5
C. 3.25
D. 3.75
E. 4.0