Question

1. mp modeling real life the area of a square patch of fabric is 2.25 square inches. what is the side length of the patch?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall square area formula

The area $A$ of a square is $A = s^2$, where $s$ is the side length.

Step2: Solve for side length

Rearrange to $s = \sqrt{A}$. Substitute $A=2.25$:
$s = \sqrt{2.25}$

Answer:

1.5 inches