SOLUTION: Compute the number of vinyl tiles, measuring 6 in. each side, needed to tile a kitchen measuring 20 ft. by 16 ft.

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Question 607099: Compute the number of vinyl tiles, measuring 6 in. each side, needed to tile a kitchen measuring 20 ft. by 16 ft.
Answer by nerdybill(7384) About Me  (Show Source):
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Compute the number of vinyl tiles, measuring 6 in. each side, needed to tile a kitchen measuring 20 ft. by 16 ft.
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Each tile is .5*.5 = 0.25 square feet
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area of kitchen = 20*16 = 320 square feet
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number of tiles needed = 320/.25 = 1280
(note: in reality, there will be waste. So, normally, you would add 10-15% more)