A rectangular block of wood measures 5 inches wide. Over time, the width of the block of wood will shrink by 5%. A builder lets the block of wood shrink. He wants to use it to fill a gap that measures 3.5 inches wide.

How much does the builder need to cut off the wood block so that it will fit exactly in the gap? Enter the answer in the box.

The builder needs to cut

inches off the block of wood.