Question

Elizabeth is sketching a copy of the flag shown. The dimensions of the drawing are one-third those of the actual flag. If the area of the drawing is

40 square inches, what is the actual area of the
flag? 5 in. 8 in.

Answer 1

360 in.

Explanation:

In order to get this answer, you have to multiply 5 and 8 by 3 because the drawing is 1/3 of the actual flag.

5 x 3 = 15

8 x 3 = 24

So, 24 x 15 = 360 in.

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