Question

The dimensions of the rectangular pool shown below are 50 yards by 25 yards. A fence will be built around the outside of the deck. The ratio of the dimensions of the pool to the dimensions of the fence is . How many yards of fence should be purchased to enclose the deck?

A. 75 yards
B. 212 yards
C. 300 yards
D. 150 yards

Answer 1

Hey there! :)

You have to find the perimeter

P = 2(l + w)

l = 50
50 × 2 = 100

w = 25
25 × 2 = 50

100 + 50 = 150

Your answer is D ⇒ 150 yards

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