SOLUTION: A rectangular yard measuring 31ft by 52ft is bordered ( and surrounded) by a fence. Inside, a walk is 3ft wide goes all the way along the fence. Find the area of this walk.

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Question 1085828: A rectangular yard measuring 31ft by 52ft is bordered ( and surrounded) by a fence. Inside, a walk is 3ft wide goes all the way along the fence. Find the area of this walk.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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Assuming this the walkway is INSIDE, and the fence goes around the edges of the yard.
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