Perimeter and area are two important and basic mathematical subjects. They help quantify the physical space and also provide a more advanced foundation of mathematics in algebra, trigonometry, and calculus. Perimeter is a measure of the distance around a shape, and area indicates how much area the shape covers.
The perimeter of a 2D shape is the distance around the shape. You can imagine wrapping a string around a triangle. The length of this cord is around the triangle. Or, if you're traveling outside the park, take a route that goes around the edge of the park.
