SOLUTION: A rectangular field measures 8.5 by 6 m. How many meters of fencing will enclose the field??

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Question 944915: A rectangular field measures 8.5 by 6 m. How many meters of fencing will enclose the field??
Answer by macston(5194) About Me  (Show Source):
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perimeter=2(L+W)
perimeter=2(8.5m+6m)
perimeter=2(14.5m)
perimeter=29m ANSWER It would take 29 m of fence to enclose a field 8.5m x 6m.