Question

the net will make a rectangular prism. what is the surface area of the rectangular prism? square inches

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the three pairs of faces

The three pairs of faces have dimensions: 4 in × 8 in, 4 in × 2 in, 8 in × 2 in.

Step2: Calculate area of each pair

For 4 in × 8 in pair: $2\times(4\times8)=64$ square - inches.
For 4 in × 2 in pair: $2\times(4\times2)=16$ square - inches.
For 8 in × 2 in pair: $2\times(8\times2)=32$ square - inches.

Step3: Sum up the areas

$64 + 16+32=112$ square - inches.

Answer:

112