Find the perimeter.
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A)8 ft
B)16 ft
C)12 ft
D)20 ft

Question

Find the perimeter.
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A)8 ft 
B)16 ft 
C)12 ft 
D)20 ft

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Since we're asked to find the perimeter, we need the total distance around the shape. Counting the sides, we have two sides that measure 3 feet and two sides that measure 5 feet. To get the perimeter, we add all four sides: 3 + 3 + 5 + 5 = 16. Therefore, the perimeter of the shape is 16 feet. Since the given figure is a rectangle, we can easily find the perimeter by using the formula P=2(l+w). In this case, the length is 8 ft and the width is 4 ft. Plugging in these values we get, P=2(8+4)=2(12)=24 ft. Therefore, the correct answer is B)16 ft.

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