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# What is the formula for finding the perimeter of a square that has an area of 144 square inches?

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2010-02-05 22:43:15

The formula for the area (A) of a square is A = L2 where L is the side length of the square. Therefore L = √A.

The formula for the perimeter (P) of a square is P = 4L : as L = √A, then P = 4√A

When A = 144, then P = 4 √144 = 4 x 12 = 48.

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2010-02-05 22:43:15
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