Question

find the perimeter of a sheet of tying paper 8 1/2. wide and 11 in. long

Answer 1

To find the perimeter of a rectangle, you can use the formula:

\[
\text{Perimeter} = 2 \times (\text{length} + \text{width})
\]

In this case, the dimensions of the sheet of tying paper are:

- Width = 8.5 inches
- Length = 11 inches

Now, substitute these values into the formula:

\[
\text{Perimeter} = 2 \times (11 + 8.5)
\]
\[
\text{Perimeter} = 2 \times 19.5
\]
\[
\text{Perimeter} = 39 \text{ inches}
\]

Therefore, the perimeter of the sheet of tying paper is **39 inches**.