Question

select the correct answer.

the sides of a rectangle are 6.01 meters and 12 meters. taking the significant figures into account, what is the area of the rectangle?
a. 70 square meters
b. 72 square meters
c. 72.00 square meters
d. 72.1 square meters
e. 72.12 square meters

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate raw area

$\text{Area} = 6.01 \times 12 = 72.12$

Step2: Apply significant figures

12 has 2 significant figures, so round 72.12 to 2 significant figures: $72$

Answer:

B. 72 square meters