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what is the area of this figure?
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Explanation:

Step1: Split figure into two rectangles

We can divide the shape into a smaller left rectangle and a larger right rectangle.

Step2: Calculate dimensions of left rectangle

Length = 7 mi, Width = 2 mi. Area formula: $\text{Area} = l \times w$
$\text{Area}_1 = 7 \times 2 = 14$ square miles

Step3: Calculate dimensions of right rectangle

Length = 6 mi, Width = 7 mi.
$\text{Area}_2 = 6 \times 7 = 42$ square miles

Step4: Sum the two areas

Total area = $\text{Area}_1 + \text{Area}_2$
$\text{Total Area} = 14 + 42 = 56$

Answer:

56 square miles