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Multiple correct expressions for area

publish date: 2026/05/16 22:07:24.310976 UTC

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The composite figure consists of a 9 cm by 4 cm rectangle and a 4 cm by 4 cm square attached to its right side.

Select all expressions that correctly represent the total area.

9×4 + 4×4

4(9 + 4)

9×8

4×13

(1) 9×4 + 4×4

(2) 4(9 + 4)

Area = rectangle area + square area = 9×4 + 4×4. Factoring 4 gives 4(9 + 4). The other expressions do not match the dimensions.

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