Question

If $\sqrt{5}$ and $\sqrt{2}$ are the length and width of a rectangle, then find the area of the rectangle.

• A. $\sqrt{10}$ square units
• B. $\sqrt{20}$ square units
• C. $\sqrt{30}$ square units
• D. $\sqrt{40}$ square units

Answer 1

The correct option is A $\sqrt{10}$ square units

Area of rectangle = Product of length and width

Product of $\sqrt{5}$ and $\sqrt{2}$

= $\sqrt{5\times 2}$

= $\sqrt{10}$ square units