Math Problem Statement
Question
Show Examples What is the area, in square centimeters, of the shape below? Express your answer as a fraction in simplest form. 3/5 cm 1/6 cm
Solution
The problem seems to be asking for the area of a shape, but no specific shape is described or shown here. Since two measurements are given: and , I will assume that these represent the dimensions (length and width) of a rectangle.
To find the area of a rectangle, we multiply the length and width.
Step-by-step Solution:
Here, the length is and the width is .
So, the area of the rectangle is:
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Here are 5 questions based on this explanation:
- What is the formula for the area of a rectangle?
- How do you multiply fractions?
- What are the units of area in this problem?
- How do you simplify the fraction ?
- Can this method be applied to other shapes like triangles or circles?
Tip: Always simplify fractions by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Fractions
Area of a Rectangle
Formulas
Area of a rectangle = Length × Width
Theorems
Multiplication of fractions
Simplification of fractions
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-7