Question

what number can you multiply each length in the scale drawing by to find the actual length?
3
what are the actual length and width of the trampoline?
actual length = 12 ft
actual width = 6 ft
what is the actual area of the trampoline?
8 ft² 24 ft² 36 ft² 72 ft²
(image shows a rectangle with l=4 in, w=2 in, and scale 1 in:3 ft)

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the formula for the area of a rectangle

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

Step2: Identify the actual length and width

From the problem, the actual length is \( 12 \) ft and the actual width is \( 6 \) ft.

Step3: Calculate the area

Substitute the length and width into the area formula: \( A = 12 \times 6 \).
\( 12 \times 6 = 72 \).

Answer:

\( 72 \text{ ft}^2 \) (corresponding to the option with \( 72 \text{ ft}^2 \))