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A gift box has the dimensions shown below. 16 in x11 in. What is the perimeter of the box in feet

A. 4 feet 1/2 inch
B. 4 feet 6 inches
C. 54 inches
D. 4 feet

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The formula for perimeter is 2l+ 2w so 2(16)+ 2(11)= 54 and since there are 12 inches in 1 ft, you have to divide 54 by 12 to get 4.5 feet (or 4 feet 6 inches)
So, you answer is B
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