a. divide the number of inches by 12 to convert to feet.
So, the dimensions of the rug in feet would be 12 feet by 9 feet.
To find the perimeter of the rug in feet, we add up the four sides of the rectangle:
2(12 feet) + 2(9 feet) = 24 feet + 18 feet = 42 feet.
Answer: The perimeter of the rug in feet is 42 feet.
An area rug is Rachel's room is shown below. 144 inches by 108 inches. How can you convert the dimensions of the area rug from inches to feet? ___ the number of inches by ___ to covert to feet. What is the perimeter of the rug in feet? ___ feet
a. divide
b. multiply
c. 3
d. 12
e. 36
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