A rectangle has length and breadth . A square has side . Which shape has the greater area?
Answer
The area of the square is greater.
The correct answer is The area of the square is greater. — Therefore the square has the greater area.
Step-by-step solution
- Compute area of rectangle: .
- Compute area of square: .
- Compare: .
- Therefore the square has the greater area.
Common mistake: Forgetting to square the side of the square or miscalculating the rectangle area
Concept tested: Comparing areas of rectangles and squares
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