document.write( "Question 478935: how many 2x6 pieces of 16-foot lumber will I need to surface a covered porch if the porch measures 16 feet by 14 feet? \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #328161 by cleomenius(959)![]() ![]() You can put this solution on YOUR website! The area needed to cover is 16 * 14 = 224 feet. \n" ); document.write( "Each board will cover 16 * .5 or 8 feet,\r \n" ); document.write( "\n" ); document.write( "so 224/8 = 28. \n" ); document.write( "Cleomenius. \n" ); document.write( " |