SOLUTION: what would be the area of a square tablecloth that covers a table and drapes 15 cm below the table on each side? The table measures 150 cm on each side. thanks for your help

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Question 1030123: what would be the area of a square tablecloth that covers a table and drapes 15 cm below the table on each side? The table measures 150 cm on each side.

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Answer by richard1234(7193) About Me  (Show Source):
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Approximate answer would be (180 cm)*(180 cm) = 32400 cm^2 (since 150 + 15 + 15 = 180 where the 15 cm is on each side of the square), but a square tablecloth will form creases around the corners if you place it over a table.