Using PEMDAS you first solve within parenthesis
2 x (4)
And then multiply
2(4)=8
You’re answer would be 8
Answer:
Part 1) 
Part 2) 
Step-by-step explanation:
Let
L -----> the length of a rectangular playground
W ---> the width of a rectangular playground
we have


step 1
Find the area of the playground
The area of a rectangle is equal to

substitute the given values

step 2
Find the perimeter of the playground
The perimeter of a rectangle is equal to

substitute the given values



1 inch =<span>2.54 centimeters ;
31 inches = 31 </span>× 2.54 centimeters = 78.74 centimeters ;