SOLUTION: the backyard in 2 homes are going to be sodded. Which one requires more sod? A: a backyard that measures 50ft by 65ft? B: a backyard that measures 55ft by 60ft?

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Question 676117: the backyard in 2 homes are going to be sodded. Which one requires more sod?
A: a backyard that measures 50ft by 65ft?
B: a backyard that measures 55ft by 60ft?
Answer by jpvn2015(54) About Me  (Show Source):
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First you multiply the first backyard: 50 times 65 = 3250ft^2
Then, you do the same for the second backyard: 55 times 60 = 3300ft^2
Thus, 3300 is greater than 3250. So, B is your answer.