He is 5*12+6=<<5*12+6=66>>66 inches tall before the growth spurt.

After growing he is now 66+6=<<66+6=72>>72 inches

# Answer

72
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Steve is 5'6".  He grows 6 inches.  How tall is he in inches?
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Steve is 5'6".  He grows 6 inches.  How tall is he in inches?
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