ACAP Math Review

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What is the definition of perimeter?

Back

Perimeter is the total distance around the outside of a shape.

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How do you calculate the perimeter of a rectangle?

Back

Add the lengths of all four sides or use the formula: P = 2(length + width).

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What is the definition of area?

Back

Area is the amount of space inside a shape.

Front

How do you calculate the area of a rectangle?

Back

Multiply the length by the width: Area = length × width.

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What is a vertex?

Back

A vertex is a point where two or more lines meet, forming an angle.

Front

How many sides does a pentagon have?

Back

A pentagon has 5 sides.

Front

What is the name of a shape with 8 sides?

Back

An octagon.

Front

What is the formula for finding the area of a square?

Back

Area = side × side.

Front

What is a polygon?

Back

A polygon is a closed shape with straight sides.

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How many vertices does a triangle have?

Back

A triangle has 3 vertices.