SOLUTION: A finished quilt consists of 28 rectangular pieces, each measuring 4in X 6in. What is the total area it will cover (in inches) ?

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Question 940329: A finished quilt consists of 28 rectangular pieces, each measuring 4in X 6in. What is the total area it will cover (in inches) ?

Answer by macston(5194) About Me  (Show Source):
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The area of each piece is given by:
L x W =area
4 in x 6 in =24 in^2
There are 28 pieces, so:
28 x 24 in^2=672 in^2 total area