document.write( "Question 23069: If edging cost $2.32 per 12-inch stone, and you want a double layer of edging around your flower bed that is 6 yards by 1 yard. How much will edging you flower bed cost? \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #11548 by rapaljer(4671)![]() ![]() You can put this solution on YOUR website! The perimeter of a rectangle P = 2W + 2L. Therefore, the distance around the flower bed is 2*6 + 2*1 = 14 yards. There are 3 stones per yard, doubled, for a total of 14*3*2 = 84 stones at a cost of 84*$2.32 = $194.88. \r \n" ); document.write( " \n" ); document.write( "\n" ); document.write( "R^2 at SCC \n" ); document.write( " |