Question

The area of a mirror is 225 square inches,and it’s width is 13 3/4 inches.Will the mirror fit in a space that is 15 inches by 16 inches?

Answer 1

Answer: No

Explanation:

225/13.75= about 16.36

But 16.36 is more than both 15 and 16

Answer 2

No

Explanation:

It will be close.

Formula

Area = L * W

Givens

Area = 225 square inches

W = 13 3/4 = 13.75

Solution

• Area = L * W
• 225 = L * 13.75 Divide both sides by 13.75
• 225/13.75 = L*13.75/13.75
• 16.36 = L

Answer

No it won't fit in the given space. The mirror is too large.