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Mike’s room is 12 feet by 16 feet. He has a 10-foot by 12-foot rug on the floor.


How much of the flooring is not covered by the rug?


A.

72 ft2


B.

44 ft2


C.

24 ft2


D.

12 ft2

Verified Answer :

nikkis2292

1st: 
You would multiply 12 x 16 because that's the total area.

2nd:
Then you would multiply 10 x 12 because that's the amount you're subtracting from the total area.

3rd: 
(12 x 16) - (10 x 12) = 
192 - 120 =

A. 72 ft2

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