Question

this text goes with this question: Francesca wants to glue this 3-inch by 5-inch photo on top of a mat that will increase the length of each side by another x inches. Find an expression representing the area of the mat and use this expression to find the area and cost of the mat for different values of x. i need help with question #9.

Answer 1

Check values for white and black mat

Area of photo is = 3 x 5 = 15 inches ^2

The area most apropiate for this photo is

69 inches^2, because is the most similar in size

If FRANCESCA wants to save costs ,she should pick WHITE MAT

But , if she is not afraid of cost, then she should pick Black price mat of any size.