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A zoo is creating a new fenced living area for its tortoises. The zookeeper estimates that they will need a space that is about 40 feet by 50 feet to accommodate the animals. Which type of formula should the zoo use to determine how much fencing they will need to construct the pen? a.) Volume b.) Perimeter c.) Profit d.) Area

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Answer:

Perimeter

Explanation:

You're finding the distance around a two-dimensional shape.

User Joep Killaars
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Answer:

I'd use perimeter. Will determine how much feet of materials will be needed.

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