Question

Which measurement is the closest approximation of the rectangle’s area? A. 15 m² B. 30 m² C. 40 m² D. 50 m²

Answer 1

6m x 8.5m ≈ 6 x 9 ≈ 54 ≈ 50m² (Answer D)

Answer 2

Hello!

The formula for area of a rectangle is:

A = l × w

We must multiply the length by the with to find the area. Substitute:

A = 8.5 × 6

A = 51

Now, 51 isn't in the given answer options, but that's because the question asks for the closest APPROXIMATION of the area.

ANSWER:

D. 51 m^2 is the closest approximation of the area.