alleryA mat is 6 m long and 4 m wide. What is its perimeter?
A10 m
B20 m
C12 m
D24 m
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 20 m
1. Add the sides: 6 + 4 + 6 + 4.
2. That gives 20 m.
3. 24 is the area of the mat, not its perimeter.
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