Question

Marcus wants to carpet his clubhouse. One side of the rectangular floor measures 11 feet. Another side measures 8 feet. How many square feet of carpet does Marcus need to completely cover the floor?

Answer 1

If u want the entire floor covered, then u want the area.
A = L * W

A = 11 * 8 
A = 88 square ft <===

Answer 2

Marcus wants to carpet his clubhouse. One side of the rectangular floor measures 11 feet. Another side measures 8 feet. How many square feet of carpet does Marcus need to completely cover the floor? : 88