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To find the total area to be carpeted.
Answer to Problem 3PT
1y13y
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Dimensions of room 1:
Dimensions of room 2:
Formula used:
Calculation:
Dimensions of room 1:
Length = x + 3
Breadth = x
From the given figure, the area of room 1 is calculated as,
Therefore, the area of room 1 is
Dimensions of room 1:
Length = x + 5
Breadth = x − 2 From the given figure, the area of room 2 is calculated as,
Therefore, the area of room 2 is
The sum of the areas of room 1 and room 2 gives the total area.
Conclusion:
Therefore, the total area to be carpeted for both the rooms is
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