Perimeter

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What is perimeter?

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Perimeter is the total distance around the outside of a shape.

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How do you calculate the perimeter of a rectangle?

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Add the lengths of all four sides or use the formula: P = 2(length + width).

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What is the perimeter of a square with each side measuring 5 feet?

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20 feet (P = 4 x side length).

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If a rectangle has a length of 10 feet and a width of 4 feet, what is its perimeter?

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28 feet (P = 2(10 + 4)).

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What is the perimeter of a triangle with sides measuring 3 feet, 4 feet, and 5 feet?

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12 feet (P = 3 + 4 + 5).

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What unit is used to measure perimeter?

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Perimeter is measured in linear units such as feet, meters, or inches.

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If a fence encloses a rectangular yard that is 15 feet long and 10 feet wide, what is the perimeter?

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50 feet (P = 2(15 + 10)).

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What is the perimeter of a polygon?

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The perimeter of a polygon is the sum of the lengths of all its sides.

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If a square has a perimeter of 36 feet, what is the length of one side?

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9 feet (P = 4 x side length, so side = P/4).

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What is the perimeter of a rectangle with a length of 8 inches and a width of 3 inches?

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22 inches (P = 2(8 + 3)).