Question

The rectangular top of a small box has dimensions of 140 mm by 230 mm.

How long (in centimeters) would a ribbon need to be to go all the way around the edge of the top of the box?

A.) 740 cm
B.) 74 cm
c.) 37 cm
D.) 7,400 cm

Answer 1

Answer: B. 74 cm

Explanation:

Concept:

Here, we need to know the idea of unit conversion and perimeter.

When there are multiple units in a question, then we should convert all units into one through converting factors.

Perimeter is the distance around a two-dimensional figure.

P = 2 (w + l)

1 cm = 10 mm

Solve:

140 mm = 14 cm

230 mm = 23 cm

P = 2 (w + l) ⇒ Given

P = 2 (14 + 23) ⇒ Substitute

P = 2 (37) ⇒ Addition

P = 74 cm ⇒ Simplify through muliplication

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