Question

There are two large pieces of construction paper. The red piece has an area of 90 in2, while the blue piece is 12 inches long by 9 inches wide. Which paper is larger?

Answer 1

Area of the red paper = 90 in²

Area of the blue paper = 12 x 9 = 108 in²

108 - 90 = 18 in²

Ans: The blue paper is larger  by 18 in².