Question

How much wire is needed to build a rectangular pen 42.6 ft. long and 28.5 ft. wide

Answer 1

Answer: 142.2 ft


Explanation:

Wire needed = Perimeter = 2(42.6 + 28.5) = 142.2 ft

Answer 2

142.2 ft of wire is needed. This is because 42.6+42.6+28.5+28.5=142.2