Question

a rectangle has a length of 74 inches and a width of 37 inches. what is the area, in square inches, of the rectangle?
a 37
b 111
c 222
d 2,738

Explanation:

Step1: Recall area formula

The area formula for a rectangle is $A = l\times w$, where $l$ is length and $w$ is width.

Step2: Substitute values

Given $l = 74$ inches and $w = 37$ inches, so $A=74\times37$.

Step3: Calculate product

$74\times37=(70 + 4)\times37=70\times37+4\times37=2590+148 = 2738$ square - inches.

Answer:

D. 2,738