How could I solve this problem?:
A lot measures 60ft by 100ft. The house on the lot measures 30ft by 50ft. What is the area if the lawn?
This is about reasoning strategy: Use multiple strategies
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Draw a picture. Make a big rectangle that has dimensions 60x100. Inside that rectangle, make a smaller rectangle with dimensions 30x50. Based on the picture, what do you think you should do to solve for the lawn?
oh ok :) So then, would I multiply 60x100=6000
and 30x50=1500
then subtract 6000-1500?
and 30x50=1500
then subtract 6000-1500?
Yes, you're right! :-)
thank you =]