Find the distance around the exterior of the figure.
A) 24 in.
B) 15.7 in.
C) 14 in.
D) 3.1 in.
E) 12 in.

Question

Find the distance around the exterior of the figure. 
A) 24 in. 
B) 15.7 in. 
C) 14 in. 
D) 3.1 in. 
E) 12 in.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find the distance around the exterior of the figure, we need to add up the lengths of all the sides. 
Starting from the top left corner and moving clockwise, the sides have lengths of 3 inches, 2 inches, 3 inches, 2 inches, and 4 inches. 
Adding these up, we get a total distance of 14 inches, so the answer is C.

Find the Distance Around the Exterior of the Figure