Question

find the area of the figure. (sides meet at right angles.)

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate area of outer rectangle

$\text{Area}_1 = 11 \times 8 = 88$ $\text{yd}^2$

Step2: Calculate area of inner cutout

$\text{Area}_2 = 5 \times 4 = 20$ $\text{yd}^2$

Step3: Subtract cutout from outer area

$\text{Total Area} = 88 - 20$

Answer:

$68$ $\text{yd}^2$