Question

a rectangular yard measuring 35 ft by 60 ft is bordered (and surrounded) by a fence. inside, a walk that goes all the way along the fence. find the area of this walk. be sure to include the correct unit in your answer.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the formula for the perimeter of a rectangle

The formula for the perimeter of a rectangle is \(P = 2(l + w)\), where \(l\) is the length and \(w\) is the width.

Step2: Substitute the given values into the formula

Given \(l = 60\) ft and \(w = 35\) ft. Then \(P=2(60 + 35)\).
First, calculate the sum inside the parentheses: \(60+35 = 95\).
Then multiply by 2: \(P = 2\times95=190\).

Answer:

\(190\space ft^{2}\)