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One can of frosting covers about 280 square inches. Is one can of frosting enough to frost the cake?

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Answer: Yes, because you only need 249 in^2 and it will cover 280 in^2

Explanation:

SA=LW+2WH+2LH

SA=13(9)+2(9)(3)+2(13)(3)

SA=249 IN

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