Q. A rectangular ink pad is 6centimeters tall and 11centimeters wide. What is its perimeter?_____ centimeters
Identify Formula: Identify the formula for the perimeter of a rectangle.The formula for the perimeter of a rectangle is P=2(l+w), where l is the length and w is the width.
Plug in Values: Plug in the values of l and w into the formula.Here, the length l is 11 centimeters and the width w is 6 centimeters.So, P=2(11+6)
Perform Addition: Perform the addition inside the parentheses. 11+6=17
Multiply Sum: Multiply the sum by 2 to find the perimeter.P=2×17P=34
State Final Answer: State the final answer.The perimeter of the rectangular ink pad is 34 centimeters.
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