Solving Word Problems Involving the Area of a Rectangle
Even without a diagram, you can solve problems involving finding the area of a rectangle. If it helps, you can draw your own diagram.
If a word problem gives you the length and width of a rectangular figure, multiply to find the area.
You can also find the side lengths of a rectangle when given the area. Divide the area by one side length to find the other.
Solving Word Problems Involving the Area of a RectangleIf a word problem gives you the length and width of a rectangular figure, multiply to find the area.
You can also find the side lengths of a rectangle when given the area. Divide the area by one side length to find the other.
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