Perimeter

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What is the definition of perimeter?

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Perimeter is the total distance around the outside of a two-dimensional shape, calculated by adding the lengths of all its sides.

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How do you calculate the perimeter of a triangle?

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To calculate the perimeter of a triangle, add the lengths of all three sides together.

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What is the formula for the perimeter of a rectangle?

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The perimeter of a rectangle is calculated using the formula: P = 2(length + width).

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How do you find the perimeter of a square?

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The perimeter of a square is calculated by multiplying the length of one side by 4, or using the formula: P = 4s, where s is the length of a side.

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What is the perimeter of a pentagon?

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The perimeter of a pentagon is found by adding the lengths of all five sides together.

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How do you calculate the perimeter of a trapezoid?

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To calculate the perimeter of a trapezoid, add the lengths of all four sides.

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What units are used to measure perimeter?

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Perimeter is measured in linear units, such as meters (m), centimeters (cm), inches (in), or feet (ft).

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What is the perimeter of a shape with sides measuring 5 cm, 7 cm, and 3 cm?

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The perimeter is 5 cm + 7 cm + 3 cm = 15 cm.

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If a rectangle has a length of 10 m and a width of 4 m, what is its perimeter?

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The perimeter is P = 2(10 m + 4 m) = 28 m.

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What is the perimeter of a triangle with sides measuring 6 m, 8 m, and 10 m?

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The perimeter is 6 m + 8 m + 10 m = 24 m.