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Question 1091373: Show the equations and calculations you use for each step in the problem solution along with a brief explanation of what is being done and why it is being done for each step.
A 36-in. by 36-in. ceramic tile shower stall is being installed. How many 4-in. by 4-in. tiles are needed to cover the floor? (Disregard the drain opening and grout spaces)

Answer by ikleyn(52781) About Me  (Show Source):
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36%2F4 = 9 tiles are placed along one side.


The same number of 9 tiles are placed along the other side.


In all, 9*9 = 81 tiles are needed.