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Justin wants to fence in his yard for his dog. He lives on a rectangular lot 48 feet long and 62 feet wide. How much fencing does he need? Answer: _ feet (type the number only) Description

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48 X 2 = 96
62 X 2 = 124
124+96 = 220
You could also do it this way:
P = 2(W + L)
P = 2(48 + 62)
P = 2(110)
P = 220 feet
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