Question

A model of a house is built on a base tha

measures 7 3/4 in. wide and 9 1/5 in. long.
What is the area of the model house's
base?

Answer 1

A = 71.3 square inches

Explanation:

31/4 · 46/5 = 713/10 or 71.3

as decimals you can multiply 7.75 x 9.2, which is 71.3