Question

What is the area of the grey matting in this 16” by 20” picture frame if the picture to be framed is 8” x 10”?

Picture frame.



Select one:
a. 320 sq. in.
b. 80 sq. in. Incorrect
c. 240 sq. in.
d. 480 sq. in.

Answer 1

Answer:

c. 240 sq. in.

Step-by-step explanation:

area = length x width

find the area of 16 x 20 and 8x10,  then subtract the 8x10 area from the 16 x 20.

16 x 20 = 320

8 x 10 = 80

320 - 80 = 240