SOLUTION: George`s home has a rectangular backyard which measures 30 feet by 50 feet. One summer, George decides to plant a garden. The garden measures 10 feet by 12 feet. What percent is t
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Question 896531: George`s home has a rectangular backyard which measures 30 feet by 50 feet. One summer, George decides to plant a garden. The garden measures 10 feet by 12 feet. What percent is taken up by his garden?
Answer by JulietG(1812) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
10 * 12 = 120 for the garden
30 * 50 = 1500 for the whole yard
= .08 or 8 percent
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