Understanding the Area of a Rectangle

The video tutorial explains how to calculate the area of a rectangle by multiplying its length and width. It provides examples using different units of measurement, such as inches and centimeters, and also covers how to calculate the area of a square, which is a special type of rectangle. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to like and subscribe.

What is the formula to calculate the area of a rectangle?

• Subtract the width from the length

• Multiply the length by the width

• Add the length and width

• Divide the length by the width

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In the first example, what is the area of a rectangle with a length of 6 inches and a width of 3 inches?

• 12 square inches

• 9 square inches

• 18 square inches

• 15 square inches

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In the second example, what is the area of a rectangle with a length of 5 centimeters and a width of 4 centimeters?

• 10 square centimeters

• 15 square centimeters

• 20 square centimeters

• 25 square centimeters

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How do you find the area of a square using the rectangle formula?

• Multiply the side by itself

• Add the sides together

• Multiply the side by two

• Divide the side by two

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What is the area of a square with sides of 4 feet?

• 12 square feet

• 20 square feet

• 8 square feet

• 16 square feet

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Why is a square considered a rectangle?

• Because it has opposite sides equal

• Because it has equal sides

• Because it has four sides

• Because it has four right angles

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