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Alice is building a caterpillar habitat for some caterpillars she found in her back yard. She plans to cover all sides of the habitat with screen so the caterpillars get plenty of fresh air. What is the total amount of screen that Alice will need for her habitat? Give an exact answer (do not round).

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Answer:

3.04 is the correct answer =)

Explanation:

User Sam Dozor
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Answer:

SA = 3.04m²

Explanation:

SA = 2 x ( Length x Width + Width x Height + Length x Height )

SA = 2 x ( 0.4 x 1 + 0.4 x 0.8 + 1 x 0.8 )

SA = 2 x ( 0.4 + 0.32 +0.8)

SA = 2 x 1.52

SA = 3.04 m²

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