Question

Kenna's bedroom is 12 feet long by 8 feet long. Her parents have agreed to buy new carpet for the entire bedroom.The carpet costs $15 per square meter. What will be the total cost of the new carpet? 1 foot = 0.305 meter

A. $439.20

B. $54.90

C. $133.96

D. $91.50

Answer 1

C. $133.96

12ft = 3.66 sq meters
8ft = 2.44 sq meters

3.66 x 2.44 = 8.9304

8.9304 x 15 = 133.956

Answer 2

C. $133.96

Explanation:

Convert units:

12 · 0.305 = 3.66 m

8 · 0.305 = 2.44 m

Find the area of the room:

3.66 m · 2.44 m = 8.9304 m²

Find the cost:

8.9304 · 15 = 133.96