Perimeter of Polygons

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What is the perimeter of a polygon?

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The perimeter of a polygon is the total distance around the polygon, calculated by adding the lengths of all its sides.

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How do you calculate the perimeter of a rectangle?

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To calculate the perimeter of a rectangle, use the formula: P = 2(length + width).

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If a polygon has sides measuring 5 cm, 7 cm, and 10 cm, what is its perimeter?

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The perimeter is 5 cm + 7 cm + 10 cm = 22 cm.

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What is the unit of measurement for perimeter?

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The unit of measurement for perimeter can be centimeters (cm), meters (m), inches (in), or any other unit of length.

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What is the perimeter of a square with each side measuring 4 cm?

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The perimeter is 4 cm + 4 cm + 4 cm + 4 cm = 16 cm.

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If a triangle has sides measuring 3 cm, 4 cm, and 5 cm, what is its perimeter?

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The perimeter is 3 cm + 4 cm + 5 cm = 12 cm.

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What is the perimeter of a polygon with 5 sides, each measuring 6 cm?

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The perimeter is 6 cm x 5 = 30 cm.

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What is the difference between area and perimeter?

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Area measures the space inside a shape, while perimeter measures the distance around a shape.

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If a rectangle has a length of 10 cm and a width of 2 cm, what is its perimeter?

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The perimeter is 2(10 cm + 2 cm) = 24 cm.

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What is the perimeter of a hexagon with each side measuring 3 cm?

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The perimeter is 3 cm x 6 = 18 cm.