To find the distance of the sidewalk that surrounds the block, we need to calculate the perimeter of the block.
Perimeter = 2(length + width)
Perimeter = 2(264 ft + 900 ft)
Perimeter = 2(1164 ft)
Perimeter = 2328 ft
Therefore, the distance of sidewalk that surrounds the block is 2328 feet.
a typical rectangular city block in Manhattan is about 264 feet by 900 feet. what is the distance of sidewalk that surrounds the block?
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