Area of Rectangle

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Area of a rectangle

The Formula

A = l × w

Variables & Symbols

A

Area

l

Length

w

Width

When to Use This Formula

Calculating rectangular areas

Worked Examples

Example 1

Problem:

l=5, w=3

Solution: A=15

Step-by-Step:

1

5×3=15

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Confusing length and width

Real-World Applications

1

Room flooring

2

Garden plots

3

Screen sizes

Practice Problems

Problem 1: l=8, w=4

Show Answer

Answer: 32

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