Dominique is building a flower box for her yard. The outline of the box is shown in the diagram. If she was to cover the box with burlap to protect it, how much burlap boes she need to buy?
Without an image or measurement of the flower box, it is impossible to determine the amount of burlap Dominique would need to buy. Additional information is needed.
To determine how much burlap Dominique needs to buy, we need to calculate the area of the flower box.
1. Start by examining the diagram and identifying the shape of the flower box's outline. Is it a rectangle, square, or some other shape? Knowing the shape will help us determine the formula to use.
2. Once we know the shape, we can find the dimensions of the flower box. Measure the length and width of each side using a ruler or tape measure. Make sure to record the measurements in the same unit (e.g., inches, feet, or centimeters).
3. Calculate the area of the flower box by multiplying its length and width. If it's a rectangle or square, you can use the formula: Area = length × width.
4. After calculating the area, you will have the total area of the sides that need to be covered with burlap. Keep in mind the flower box may have multiple sides, so you need to account for each one in your calculation.
5. Convert the area to the appropriate unit used for burlap measurements. This might be in square inches, square feet, or square meters depending on where you live.
6. Finally, you can use the calculated area to determine how much burlap Dominique needs to buy. Check the packaging or inquire with a store associate on the coverage of the burlap you are considering purchasing. They will typically provide information such as the square footage or meters covered per roll or package. Divide the total area of the flower box by the coverage of the burlap to find out how many rolls or packages are needed.
By following these steps, Dominique can calculate the amount of burlap she needs to buy to cover her flower box accurately.