document.write( "Question 372720: the diagram shows a rectangular room measuring 12 feet by 20 feet. the square in the center represents a rug measuring 8 feet on each side. how much area in the room does the rug not cover ? \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #265459 by checkley79(3341)![]() ![]() ![]() You can put this solution on YOUR website! 12*20=240 ft^2 is the room area. \n" ); document.write( "8*8=64 ft^2 for the rug. \n" ); document.write( "240-64=176 ft^2 is not covered by the rug. \n" ); document.write( " |