Question

q3_unit 3_lesson 15/16/17 multiply and divide decimals_quiz gary makes a rectangular flag that is 1.7 meters long and 0.8 meters wide. how many square meters does the flag cover. solve the problem and type your answer in the blank below. the flag is square meters.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall area of rectangle formula

The area \( A \) of a rectangle is given by the formula \( A = \text{length} \times \text{width} \).

Step2: Substitute values into formula

Here, the length is \( 1.7 \) meters and the width is \( 0.8 \) meters. So we calculate \( 1.7 \times 0.8 \).
\( 1.7\times0.8 = 1.36 \)

Answer:

\( 1.36 \)