A rectangular paddock is 164 metres long and 95 metres wide. How many metres of fencing are required to enclose the area?
P = 2L + 2W
P = (2 * 164) + (2 * 95)
To calculate the total amount of fencing required to enclose the area of a rectangular paddock, you need to find the perimeter of the shape. The perimeter is the sum of all the sides of the rectangle.
In this case, the length of the paddock is given as 164 meters, and the width is given as 95 meters.
To find the perimeter, we use the formula:
Perimeter = 2(length + width)
Substituting the given values:
Perimeter = 2(164 + 95)
Perimeter = 2(259)
Perimeter = 518 meters
Therefore, 518 meters of fencing are required to enclose the area of the rectangular paddock.