Question

the figure below shows a rectangular parking lot. (a) use the calculator to find the perimeter and area of the parking lot. make sure to include the correct units. perimeter: area: (b) a chain will surround the lot. which measure would be used in finding the amount of chain needed? perimeter area (c) the lot will be paved. which measure would be used in finding the amount of pavement needed? perimeter area

Explanation:

Step1: Recall perimeter formula

The perimeter formula for a rectangle is $P = 2(l + w)$, where $l$ is the length and $w$ is the width. Here, $l = 87$ yd and $w = 64$ yd. So $P=2(87 + 64)$.

Step2: Calculate perimeter

$P=2\times151 = 302$ yd.

Step3: Recall area formula

The area formula for a rectangle is $A=l\times w$. So $A = 87\times64$.

Step4: Calculate area

$A=5568$ yd².

Step5: Determine chain - related measure

The amount of chain needed to surround the lot is related to the perimeter as it measures the length around the shape.

Step6: Determine pavement - related measure

The amount of pavement needed to cover the lot is related to the area as it measures the surface space.

Answer:

(a) Perimeter: 302 yd
Area: 5568 yd²
(b) Perimeter
(c) Area