Math Problem Statement
Jenna’s bedroom is 12’ x 14’. She has chosen her carpet which costs $32.30 per square yard. This includes installation. Determine her cost to carpet her room.
Solution
To determine the cost of carpeting Jenna's bedroom, we'll follow the same steps as before:
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Calculate the area of the bedroom in square feet:
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Convert the area from square feet to square yards:
There are 9 square feet in 1 square yard.
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Calculate the total cost:
Rounding to the nearest cent, the total cost is approximately $603.06.
Do you have any questions or need more details?
Here are some related questions:
- How would the cost change if the carpet price was $35 per square yard?
- What is the cost if Jenna's room was 14 feet by 16 feet?
- How would the cost be affected if there was an additional charge for installation?
- How does the shape of the room affect the total carpet cost?
- What if Jenna had to carpet multiple rooms with different dimensions? How would you calculate the total cost?
Tip: Always ensure you measure the room dimensions accurately before calculating the area, as small errors can lead to significant cost differences.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Unit Conversion
Cost Calculation
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8