Question

The base area of a rectangular cardboard box with length $3\frac{1}{4}$ ft and width $2\frac{1}{2}$ ft is sq ft.

• A. $\frac{65}{8}$
• B. $\frac{55}{6}$
• C. $\frac{65}{6}$
• D. $\frac{55}{6}$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $\frac{65}{8}$

Given:
Length = $3\frac{1}{4}$ ft
Width = $2\frac{1}{2}$ ft

We know,
Base Area
= Length × Width
= $3\frac{1}{4}$ × $2\frac{1}{2}$
= $\frac{5}{2}$ × $\frac{13}{4}$
= $\frac{65}{8}$

Therefore, the base area of the rectangular cardboard is $\frac{65}{8}$ sq ft.