Question

Raj builds a side table in the shape of a cube. Each edge of the cube measures 20 inches. Raj wants to cover the top and four sides of the table with ceramic tiles. Each tile has an edge length of 4 inches. How many tiles will he need?

Answer 1

Explanation:

20in * 20in = 400in sq

400in sq * 5 sides = 2,000in sq needed.

4in * 4in = 16in sq

Take the 2,000in sq needed and divid it by the 16in each tile covers.

2,000 / 16 = 125 tiles

Therefore, you would need 125 tiles to cover 5 sides of the table. Top and four sides.