Question

write an expression that represents the perimeter of the figure below. write your answer in simplified form.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall perimeter definition

Perimeter is sum of all side - lengths.

Step2: Count side - lengths

The figure has 2 sides of length $b$, 2 sides of length $d$, and 8 sides of length $e$.
The sum of side - lengths is $2b + 2d+8e$.

Answer:

$2b + 2d + 8e$